Brown Crab
Brown Crab (Cancer Pagurus), is found in the North Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.
It has a robust carapace, reddish-brown. It has two large front claws with a black pincer at the tip and eight walking legs.
They are frequently found in cracks and holes in rocks. They are found in depths between 6m and 80m, with the larger crab occurring offshore.
Like most seafood, the Brown Crab contains many essential nutrients:
- It’s particularly rich in protein and Vitamin B12.
- High in Selenium is an important antioxidant.
Vima Brown Crab is caught using crab pots similar to lobster pots, in Northern Europe.
This fishing method has a low impact on the environment and is very selective, thereby significantly limiting the by-catch of other species.
Vima Brown Crab is presented cooked and individually vacuum-packed.
All in all, Brown Crab excels in both flavor and is an accessible top-shelf ingredient.
Available in:
- IVP, 10kg/22lb box
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Loligo Squid
Squid, also called calamari in various countries, is a cephalopod mollusk with eight arms, two tentacles, and a tubular shaped body. They swim tail-first by pumping water through valves located near their head.
The health benefits of squid are:
- High in protein and low in fat.
- Good source of vitamin B12 and B6.
- High in minerals such as Selenium.
Vima presents Baby Squid, a mainstay on many restaurant menus, usually seen battered and deep-fried. A great snack food.
Deliciously versatile in the kitchen as it lends itself to so many styles of cooking. Grilling or searing them in a hot pan, tossing them in a plate of pasta or on a bowl of rice.
Available as:
Baby squid 10-20 cm
- 600gr bag, 6kg carton
- IQF, bulk pack
Baby squid 3-6 cm
- Block, 1lb bag
Raw Shrimp
White shrimp, as it is most commonly known, or (Litopenaeus vannamei) is the most successful aquaculture shrimp of all farm-raised shrimp. In 1996, commercial production began in Asia, and especially in China and India.
The U.S. is the largest consuming market, followed by Japan and Europe.
Raw shrimp present a variety of colors but turn a familiar and pleasing orange/red when cooked.
Raw shrimp has virtually no saturated fat and therefore has cholesterol, which is hard to absorb.
- Low in calories.
- Offer a beneficial dose of Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Excellent source of protein.
- Rich in vitamin b-12 and niacin, iron, zinc, and copper.
Vima Raw Shrimp is packed and processed in a variety of different forms:
- Raw Shrimp PD (Peeled and deveined), and TAIL ON. Shrimp count sizes per pound (the smaller the count size, the larger the shrimp): 16/20, 21/25, 26/30.
- HLSO. Headless shrimp, which is presented headless, shell-on shrimp. Shrimp count sizes per pound (the smaller the count size, the larger the shrimp):16/20, 21/25, 26/30.
Quality shrimp should have a bite or snap and a pleasant shrimp taste. Shrimps can be seasoned and used in an infinite variety of preparations.
Available in:
PD TAIL ON
- 32 OZ./2lb/907gr bag, 20lb/9.1kg carton
HLSO
- 2lb/907gr bag, 20lb/9.1kg carton
- 1lb/453gr bag, 20lb/9.1kg carton
- 1kg/2.2lb bag, 10kg/22lb carton
Snow Crab
North Atlantic Snow Crab (Portunus trituberculatus) is indigenous to both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It is characterized by its rough shell and can reach 15 centimeters wide and 7 cm from front to back.
Eating a portion of this nutritious crustacean has incredible health benefits:
- A great source of protein.
- Contains Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Particularly rich in selenium and Vitamin B2
Vima presents the Snow Crab frozen in halves of cleaned crab.
They are considered among the most delicious part of the crab. You can enjoy it steamed, grilled, or boiled.
A true delicacy and a must-try for all seafood lovers.
Available in:
- 500gr bag
Chilean Mussels
Mussel (Mytilus spp) is an abundant and nutritious mollusk. Blue mussels are regularly shaped with light ridges running around the shell. They vary in color from light brown through dark blue or black.
Meat colors also vary from creamy to brown and orange. The soft parts enclosed by the shell are all edible.
Mussels are sweet, plump, and tender with a somewhat firmer bite than a clam and have a distinctive rich, sweet taste.
Mussels are:
- High in protein and low in fat.
- Offer high levels of iron.
- A great source of Vitamins A and B12 and are a decent source of Omega-3 fatty acids.
Vima Chilean Mussels are from Chile, pre-cooked and ready to eat once thawed. We offer various formats to satisfy customer needs.
Mussels are one of the most excellent foods to include in your diet. Prepared in a classic Moule mariniére or a Thai curry or steamed, you can rest assured they are always delicious and a great healthy choice.
Available as:
Whole mussel
- VP, 35.2 OZ/2.2lb/1kg bag
Half Shell mussel
- 32 OZ/2lb/907g bag
- IQF, granel/bulk pack
Mussel meat
- 16 OZ/1lb/454g bag
- IQF, bulk pack
Teriyaki Sauce
Teriyaki is a Japanese cooking technique that grills or broils foods by using a glaze of ingredients like soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Teriyaki Sauce is generally a sweet sauce, although, in some recipes, it can be found to be spicy.
In Japan, Teriyaki Sauce has traditionally used to flavor grilled seafood, but it can be used to prepare beef or chicken and also used as a dipping sauce.
Teriyaki Sauce is high in Sodium and should be consumed sparingly but is a great and easy way to add flavor and texture to your meal.
Vima Teriyaki Sauce is Made in China. Great in a stir fry or mixed into ground beef for burgers or on chicken wings.
Available in:
- 150ml