Wild Australian Tiger Flathead vs imported basa, swai, or generic ‘flake’ — often the substitute for true Aussie flathead at takeaways.
How Tiger Flathead compares to imported equivalents on key nutrients.
Most 'flathead' fillets in big supermarkets are imported basa or hoki. Genuine Australian flathead (sand, dusky, tiger) is more expensive but truly local.
Australia: Low
Imported: High — substitution with basa documented
If you want flathead, ask for AFNS-named flathead and check origin — not 'flathead-style' fillets.