Monkfish
Monkfish (Lophius spp) can be found in the Atlantic Ocean and in the Pacific Ocean.
The Monkfish is a large, deep-sea fish, with an enormous head that is mostly mouth and has sharp teeth. It is considered as one of the ugliest fish in the sea.
Fairly fast-growing, bottom-dwelling fish that reach maturity in about three to four years.
Monkfish is a good source of:
- Minerals such as phosphorous and selenium.
- Vitamin B12, B1, B3, and B9.
- Low in fat.
Vima presents the Monkfish in tails. The only edible part of Monkfish is the tails. The tails provide good white, meaty, firm flesh, and versatile for use in a variety of fish recipes and as an extender for lobster.
Available in:
Monkfish tail
- 35.2 OZ/2.2lb/1kg bag, 10kg/22lb box
Skinless tail
- IVP, bulk pack
- IWP, bulk pack
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Turbot
Turbot (Scophthalmus Maximus) is a flatfish found in waters throughout the North Atlantic. Turbot is also farmed primarily in Europe. A highly prized bright white-fleshed fish with a delicate and mild flavor and a firm meat texture with scaleless skin with a high nutritional value.
It stands out for having the following qualities:
- Rich in vitamin A, B12, B3, and B6.
- Low content of saturated fat and high content of omega-3 fatty acids.
- High in protein, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, selenium, iodine, and sodium.
- It lowers cholesterol in the blood.
An elegant fish with excellent quality, delicious and nutritional, makes it one of the sea’s noblest fish.
Vima Turbot is a white-fleshed fish with an elegant and mild flavor that lives in the sandy bottoms of the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea. With firm, delicate meat, and rich nutritional heritage, this product makes it a highly versatile product.
Vima Turbot is presented in vacuum-sealed packaging, to preserve its quality and all its excellent properties.
Available in:
- Whole, IVP, bulk pack, 10kg approx. carton
- Whole, IWP, bulk pack, 13kg approx. carton
Black Marlin
Black Marlin, (Makaira Indica) is a highly migratory, large fish, that is found throughout the world’s tropical and temperate seas. The sleek streamline fish has a distinctive sword on its head.
It’s one of the fastest fish species.
Black Marlin is a bluefish and nutritionally stands out for:
- Provides vitamins A, B3, B6, B9 and B12, and vitamin D.
- Loaded with minerals such as iron, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sodium, and selenium.
- It contains Omega-3 fatty acids.
Vima offers Black Marlin in large loins of 2-5kg, vacuum-packed, cleaned, and sliced, always preserving its qualities and natural properties.
The gray-white flesh is firm in texture and moderate in fat content. The versatile fish is typically steaked and excellent grilled, broiled, baked, or poached.
Available in:
Loin
- 2-5kg, IVP, 25kg/55lb box
Slabs
- bulk pack, 6kg/13lb box
Tilapia
Tilapia (Oreochromis spp) is mainly a freshwater white fish. The fish has been introduced throughout the world however China is by far the largest producer.
Tilapia has a mild taste and is easy to cook and prepare and can be paired with a variety of sauces or marinades.
A white fish with qualities such as:
- Tilapia is a pretty impressive source of protein.
- Even more impressive is the amounts of vitamins and minerals. Rich in niacin, vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, and potassium.
- A lean source of protein.
- Omega-3 fatty acids.
Tilapia has firm-fleshed white meat that allows it to be presented in clean and boneless fillets.
Presented in a vacuum-sealed packaging to protect their quality. Size of the fillet range from 3 to 7 Oz.
Available in:
Tilapia fillet
- IVP, 32 OZ/2lb/907g bag, 22lb/10kg carton
- IVP, 21 OZ/600g bag, 22lb/10kg carton
- Bulk pack
Black Tilapia
- Box 22lb/10kg
Bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
Red Whole Tilapia
- Box 22lb/10kg
- Bulk pack, 22lb/10kg carton
Horse Mackerel
Horse Mackerel (Trachurus Murphyi), can be found in the South Pacific and Southwestern Atlantic, especially off Peru and Chile.
The meat is firm, and thanks to a high-fat content, well-flavored:
- An excellent source of vitamins A, D, and B12.
- High content of Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Rich in proteins.
- It contains minerals such as iron, magnesium, iodine, and potassium.
It is a well-known fish because delicious recipes and typical dishes are prepared in many cities, especially in Spain.
The Horse Mackerel, a bluefish, is widely consumed for its smooth and exquisite flavor. Vima presents it whole, and head-off gutted and tail-off.
They are perfect for all kinds of preparations, baked, grilled, stewed or pickled with the firm and very tasty meat.
The meat’s firmness allows us to prepare it raw, as in the preparation of Sashimi, or slightly marinated, as in a Ceviche.
Available in:
- Whole Horse Mackerel, 20kg/44lb box
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