22/04/2026
ENGKABANG: THE SECRET BEHIND EMPURAU’S LEGENDARY TASTE
The unmistakable richness of Ikan Empurau Sarawak is deeply rooted in one rare ingredient from Borneo’s rainforest — Engkabang (Shorea macrophylla), also known as the Illipe nut.
Falling seasonally into pristine rivers, these wild nuts become a natural feast for Empurau. Rich in natural fats and nutrients, Engkabang imparts a distinctive buttery, nutty depth to the fish’s flesh — a flavour profile often compared to premium wagyu.
This is not feed. This is terroir.
At Puri Johan Agro, we preserve this ecological connection, ensuring our Empurau carries the authentic taste shaped by nature, tradition, and Sarawak’s unique biodiversity.
From forest to river to table — this is what makes Empurau the most prized freshwater fish in the world.