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
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Razor Clams
(Ensis Directus), better known as Razor Clam or Atlantic Razor Clam, is characterized by an elongated, razor-shaped, brownish shell. A hinge attaches the two valves in the anterior end.
The shell is slightly curved. They live in muddy or sandy sands in fairly shallow water. The size varies with age, reaching an average size of 12 cm when reaching the age of 4 years.
They are a very valued mollusk both for their taste and nutritional values:
- They are high in protein and vitamin B12 and B1.
- They are a high source of calcium, iron ore, and phosphorous.
- Contain Omega-3 fatty acids.
Vima Razor Clams come from the Netherlands and are presented raw and in a neat tray.
Whether steamed, fried, or grilled, Razor Clams are delicious and very nutritious seafood.
The classic method for cooking Razor Clams is by steaming them as it brings out their sweet, delicate meat. On the grill is another perfect option. Don´t overcook them as the texture becomes rubbery.
Available in:
- IQF, 1kg tray
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
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
Cooked 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.
Cooked Shrimp is:
- 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 Cooked Shrimp is packed and processed in a variety of different forms:
- Cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and Tail on. Shrimp count sizes per pound (the smaller the count size, the larger the shrimp):16/20, 21/25, 41/50, 51/60, 71/90.
- Cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and Tail off. Shrimp count sizes per pound (the smaller the count size, the larger the shrimp): 41/50, 51/60, 61/70, 71/90.
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
PD TAIL OFF
- 2lb/907gr bag, 22lb/10kg carton
- 1kg bag, 10kg carton
- Bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
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