Velvet Crab
The Velvet crab, Necora puber, a crustacean, is a species of crab native to the Atlantic Ocean. Lives near the shoreline in crevices in rocks.
With most seafood, the nutritional benefits are great, and with Velvet crab is no exception.
- Lean, protein-rich food.
- Good source of minerals like magnesium and selenium.
- Good source of vitamins B and E.
Vima Velvet crabs are presented cooked ranging in sizes from 4/8 and 8/12.
Velvet crab meat has a sweet taste, a satisfying density, and lovely white meat.
A true delicacy and a must-try for all seafood lovers.
Available in:
- 1kg tray
- Bulk 2kg box
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Tuna
Tuna is found worldwide in pelagic waters of tropical and subtropical oceans and constitutes a source of high nutritional value in our diet. Feeds on fish, crustaceans, and squids and is a highly migratory species.
Tuna is one of the most consumed fish products because of its great benefits for your health, as an oily fish it has qualities such as:
- Excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids and DHA and EPA fats that protect and prevent cardiovascular diseases.
- High level of vitamins B2, B3, B6, B9, B12, and E.
- It helps to lower blood triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
- High in proteins, magnesium, and selenium.
Tuna has become one of the most valued oily fish, and one of the most appreciated species in international markets.
In Vima, we select the (Thunnus albacares) tuna also known as Yellowfin Tuna, for its taste and freshness. Perfect for both sushi and sashimi, so present nowadays in all cultures and cuisines.
Our main presentation is in large loins, over 2 kg or 4,5 pounds, perfect for professionals, but it can also be presented in portions, cubes, or Saku which is the highest quality available, demanded by the world’s top chefs.
Vima Tuna is presented in vacuum-sealed packaging, in order to preserve quality, and it also helps retain all its properties.
Available in:
Portions/Steak
- IVP, 32 OZ/2lb/907g bag
- IVP, bag with rider, 4.5kg/10lb carton
Loins
- IVP, 2kg/unit, 25kg/55lb box
Oyster
Oysters are bivalve mollusk in the family Ostreidae, and there are some 200 species worldwide. They are filter feeders that absorb their food by pumping water through their systems and extracting the small organisms they need.
Oysters have a sweet and mild flavor; they should be plump, have a good color and smell of the sea.
Oysters are:
- Low in calories.
- Rich in iron and vitamin A, B, and E.
- Have a decent amount of Omega-3 fatty acids.
Vima presents the Pacific Oyster (Crassostrea Gigas), a product from France whole with both shells on. It has thrived almost everywhere in the world wherever it was introduced, thus making the name somewhat confusing.
They are harvested year-round. Grown on managed sea beds and collected in traditional ways using small boats, tongs, and small dredges. It is the most widely farmed oyster in the world.
Typically eaten raw, oysters can be prepared in many ways, including baked, broiled, boiled, fried, grilled, roasted, smoked, and steamed. They require very little cooking and are a real delicacy.
Available in:
- IQF, bulk pack, 10kg box
Queen Scallop
The Queen Scallop (Aequipecten opercularis), is a bivalve mollusk. Native to the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. Small in size with a very thin and brittle shell.
They can be found on beds of sand and gravel. The edible part of the Quen Scallop is the white muscle that opens and closes the two shells. The reproductive glands are known as “coral” are also edible, although not widely consumed in the U.S.
They are:
- An excellent source of vitamin B12.
- A good source of minerals, such as magnesium and potassium.
- Contain omega-3 fatty acids.
Vima presents Queen Scallops in many different presentations to suit all customer needs.
It’s essential not to overcook Queen Scallops as too much heat will become tough and fibrous.
Available in:
- 1/2 shell. Bags of 6 units.
Salmon
Salmon is a bluefish, hatching in rivers and move out to sea as they grow and mature after which the adult fish move upstream again to spawn.
Mainly fished in the cold waters of the northern hemisphere, and is noticeably developed in captivity in open waters.
Norway and Chile are the main developers, their cold and clean waters find unbeatable conditions for their development.
Salmon is also very versatile. Pink colored, compact, juicy, very tasty, and aromatic.
Salmon is one of the most nutritious foods:
- High content in proteins and Omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower cholesterol and triglyceride level in our organism.
- Rich in Vitamins A, D, B12, and riboflavin and antioxidants, which may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Atlantic Salmon is the only salmon species whose natural home is in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, as all other natural salmon species are native to the Pacific Ocean.
The main species we work with at Vima due to their high quality and flavor are:
- Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) mainly from Norway and Chile, presented in fillets, skin-on, and vacuum-packed.
- Chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) from the cold and wild waters of Alaska, which has a compact meat and intense flavor, presented in fillets, skin-on, and vacuum-packed.
Both are very versatile and support many and varied presentations. We carry the Atlantic Salmon whole, fillets, steaks, loins, and portions.
Available as:
Chilean Atlantic Salmon
- Fillets, skin-on, IVP, trim D, 10 kg/22lb approx. box
- Portions, skin-on, IVP, 32 OZ/2lb bag, 10kg/22lb box
- Whole, gutted, IQF, bulk pack, 30kg/66lb approx. box
Norwegian Atlantic Salmon
- Fillets, skin-on, IVP, trim C, Bulk pack, 12kg/26lb approx. box
- Loins, skin-on, Pack 2x150g, 9kg/19lb approx. box
- Whole, gutted, IQF, bulk pack
Chum Salmon
- Fillets, skin-on, IVP, trim D, 10kg/22lb approx. box
- Steaks, 2.2lb bag, 22lb/10kg box
- Steaks, bulk pack
Whole, head-off, IQF, bulk pack
Illex Squid. Todarodes Squid. Dosidicus Squid.
All three are species of squid.
Illex Squid is found mainly along the Argentine coastline in South America. It has a strong mantle with long arms. They can live in a variety of depths ranging from the surface up to almost 750 meters. It feeds on other species of squid, crabs, shrimp, and other small fish.
Todarodes Squid is one of the most abundant commercially valuable squids in the world and occupies waters of the eastern North Atlantic Ocean.
Dosidicus Squid, also known as Humboldt squid or Jumbo squid, inhabits the Pacific Ocean from north to south. A colossal squid can weigh up to 50 kg and have a mantle length of up to 2m.
All three squid species are a significant fishery in the world, even though their lifespan is only about one year.
They are:
- An excellent source of minerals, especially Selenium.
- Rich in vitamin B12.
Vima offers three different squid species, (Illex Argentinus), (Todarodes Pacificus) and (Dosidicus Gigas). Mild and subtly sweet taste. Firm and meaty texture.
Available as:
Todarodes Pacificus & Illex Argentinus
Tube
- 16 oz/1lb/454g bag
- IQF, bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
Rings
- 16 oz/1lb/454g bag
- IQF, bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
Dosidicus Gigas
Tube
- 16 oz/1lb/454g bag
- IQF, bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
Rings
- 16 oz/1lb/454g bag
- IQF, bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
Fillet
- 2X10kg blocks, 20kg/44lb sack
- IQF, bulk pack, 20kg/44lb carton
Tentacle
- 2X10kg blocks, 20kg/44lb sack