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$ 7 - $ 9
value naked fish fillets ready for use.
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Oanh Nguyen
Apr 2, 2026
basa fish often sold in the frozen seafood section or as thawed fillets in the deli, with the aquaculture industry there supplying most of the global market.
Woody
Feb 24, 2026
great product and easy to cook with different ingredients. value to money package offer a good deal to customers
Janice
Jan 20, 2026
this bass fillet is so cheap which is only $7/kg in coles this week. it’s good to have it in freezer.
For NB
Jan 8, 2026
it has good quality and the price is good and the packaging size is good.
pinkeye
Dec 20, 2025
I like this fish. you can steam or pan fry. the fish is made in Vietnam. taste good and keeps fresh in the bag. the bag is resealable and easy to open and store in the freezer. you get a lot in a pack so it’s value for money. no skin on fish
Molly Mitchell
Nov 7, 2025
a great price, a few portions in there to get through the week. a great option for dinners
Jonathan mutch
Nov 6, 2025
I usually oven-bake or pan-fry them with lemon, garlic, or a spice rub. They're budget-friendly and take on flavour well, but skip the thinner pieces-they dry out too fast.
Nishma Patel
Oct 29, 2025
Coles Basa Fillets are one of the most popular and budget-friendly white fish options available in Australian supermarkets, often sold frozen or thawed at the deli. The primary advantages of basa, which is a type of Asian catfish, are its cooking properties: the fillets are naturally large, boneless, possess a very mild flavor, and have a relatively firm, moist texture that is less flaky than cod. This neutral profile and firm texture makes it exceptionally versatile, allowing it to easily absorb spices, marinades, and sauces, making it an excellent choice for curries, tacos, or simple pan-fried dishes. Its low fat and high protein content also make it a healthy, accessible source of complete protein. However, the consumption of basa is often debated due to sourcing and quality concerns, even when sold by major retailers like Coles who commit to responsible sourcing. The main point of contention is that basa is typically farmed intensively in Southeast Asia, leading to ongoing environmental and ethical concerns regarding farm waste and the use of antibiotics, although major retailers aim to source from certified farms to mitigate this. For consumers, the biggest cons relate to taste and potential health risks. Some reports suggest that due to farming practices, basa can occasionally carry a slight "muddy" or off-flavor (though high-quality processing largely prevents this). While most safety tests meet Australian standards, the persistent public concern about the origin of the fish and its potential for higher levels of contaminants or antibiotic residue means some consumers prefer to choose local, wild-caught alternatives. The overall verdict is that Coles Basa is a convenient, cheap, and highly versatile protein but comes with inherent quality and ethical compromises compared to premium seafood.
Mj
Oct 23, 2025
love basa fish I used to cook different types of dishes from battered fish and chips to fish curry dishes tasty and delicious and it’s an affordable fis.
Oanh Nguyen
Oct 4, 2025
The mild flavour and light texture of basa fillets makes them a great versatile fish to add to curries, fish cakes, grill or fry. Best of all, they're supe
Yan Hei Sarah Tang
Sep 19, 2025
it got a lot of bubble when I cook them. a lot of water came out from the fish even I didn’t add any extra water in. yummy with added in with corn sauce
Hoi Cheung Ting
Sep 13, 2025
meat not firm and tasteless, not comparable to the fresh one
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