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
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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
Black Tiger Shrimp
(Penaeus monodon) is commonly referred to as Black Tiger Shrimp. The Black Tiger Shrimp’s natural range is vast, from the east coast of Africa, throughout the Indian Ocean, and in South Asia.
Black Tiger Shrimp are named for their large size and striped tails and can reach a length of over a foot in some cases.
Black Tiger Shrimp has a crisp bite or snap and a delightful shrimp taste. Shrimp can be seasoned and used in an infinite variety of preparations.
Black Tiger Shrimp are:
- An excellent source of minerals such as Selenium and Copper.
- Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids.
- A great source of Vitamin B12, B3 and vitamin E
Vima Black Tiger Shrimp are presented Head-on, Shell-on, and sizes can range from 2 to 4 shrimps per kilo, 4-6, 6-8, and 8-12.
Black Tiger Shrimp can be boiled, sautéed, and are great on the grill.
Available in:
- HOSO, 1kg carton, 10kg box
Carabinero Shrimp
Carabinero Shrimp or Scarlet Shrimp, (Plesiopenaeus spp), is a large, deep-sea crustacean that’s native from the Eastern Atlantic to the Mediterranean Sea. They are renowned for the jumbo size and very striking bright red color.
Carabinero Shrimp are:
- Rich source of protein.
- High in Omega-3 fatty acids.
- It contains several minerals and vitamins.
Vima Carabinero Shrimp are presented raw.
Their distinct red color does not change when cooked. They are more robust in flavor to most other shrimp and are also coveted for their larger size.
Excellent meat in their tail and its head is excellent for making paellas and robust stews. They can also be served whole.
Available in:
- 1kg 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