Thai mackerel

Pla Tuu to Thai people is like sausage to German people; every one eats it and it is one of the most common components eaten at home. They taste similar to maker and look kind of like a small mackerel too. They are about 7 inches long and have a flat body. These little fish you will find at an oriental grocery in the frozen food section. There are 3 or 4 in a flat package. If you are making Nam Prik Pla Tuu get the steamed version. The fresh would be used for other dishes. Thai cats also frequently eat rice mixed with leftover pla tuu head and bones.