Sea Boxfish – A Specialty from the Waters of Nha Trang
Part of the filefish family, the sea boxfish lives in deep waters over clean coral reefs in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa. It stands out for its boxy shape, armour-hard scales and especially its ivory-white flesh – chewy yet tender, with a naturally delicate sweetness that connoisseurs call "unusual and addictive".
A distinctive, unique flavour
Unlike many other sea fish, the sea boxfish is not fishy; it is lightly rich, fragrant, firm and very sweet on the finish, pleasing the elderly, children and first-time sea-fish eaters alike.
Beyond its flavour, its high nutritional value is another reason it is sought after: rich in Omega-3, B vitamins and minerals beneficial for the brain, heart and skin.
Versatile preparation – full of sea flavour
- Pan-seared with passion-fruit or garlic butter: Golden, crisp skin with tender, sweet flesh and an irresistible aroma.
- Grilled with chilli salt: Chilli salt mingling with the lightly melting fish fat – one bite of soft, savoury fish.
- Plain grilled: Grilled directly to keep the fish's natural sweetness – simple yet indescribably savoury.
However it is prepared, the sea boxfish keeps its sweetness and signature character, giving each dish its own appeal.
Sea boxfish at Ran Bien Seafood Restaurant is a wonderful choice for anyone who wants to savour the flavour of central Vietnam's seas in a refined, original and memorable way.