Koran

The koran (Ohrid trout) is considered the most ancient fish of Lake Ohrid. It differs from the other trout species living in the upper reaches of Albania's rivers and in Lake Shkodra in having slightly longer paired fins. Its unpaired fins are slightly lower, its tail stalk is somewhat deeper, and its first gill arch has a greater number of gill rakers.

The koran is one of the most precious natural treasures of Lake Ohrid and a symbol of the biodiversity of the Pogradec region. It belongs to the salmon family and is an endemic species. Because of its ecological and economic importance, koran fishing is restricted at certain times of the year to preserve the natural balance of the lake.

The koran of Lake Ohrid is unique not only in Albania but in the world. It stands out not only for its flavour, quite unlike any other wild fish from lake or sea, but also for its nutritional value and its benefits for the body.

Known as Pogradec's famous fish, it is matched by the equally unique skill of the people of this area in catching and preparing it.

No one who has tasted Pogradec's koran tavë (oven-baked casserole) can resist wanting to try it again. A delicious tavë with dried onions, the Fisherman's Tavë with vegetables, the wonderful tavë with walnuts, or salted koran baked in a tavë – true culinary craftsmanship that awakens a genuine love of flavour.

The koran remains a symbol of Lake Ohrid and the pride of the town of Pogradec.