This is a fish with many bones, but with a fine, sweet taste. When it is small, from 2 to 3 pounds, it is exceptionally bony and is not recommended. Buy it by the piece. Have your fishmonger cut a thick slice from the center of the body of a carp that weighs at least 8 to 10 pounds. The bones will be bigger and easier to remove. Carp is oily but extremely tasty.