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Sardine
Sardine or Pilchard, scientific name (Sardina pilchardus), is a bluefish from warm and salty waters, is abundantly found far from the coast.
One of the most appreciated and complete foods due to its magnificent nutritional properties:
- High mineral content, such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, iodine, potassium, and selenium.
- An excellent source of vitamins such as A, D, E, and Vitamin B-group (B1, B2, B3, B9, and B12).
- High protein content.
- Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids.
Sardines are an excellent source of calcium, and that makes them a good choice for those who are lactose intolerant, allergic to dairy, or simply need more calcium in order to maintain a healthy diet and even to achieve weight loss.
Vima presents the product whole, in an individual film format, in order to preserve the excellent taste of its meat and qualities.
IQF frozen (Individual Quick Freezing), each individual piece is frozen separately, guaranteeing better preservation of their nutritional properties.
Sardine is a highly valued food, as it can be eaten in many different ways: on the spit, grilled, fried, preserved, as an aperitif, or a snack.
It allows an infinite number of elaborations, and for being so versatile and beneficial, its regular consumption is recommended.
Available in:
- Bulk pack, 5kg/11lb box
- Bulk pack, 20kg/44lb box
Swai
Swai, scientific name (Pangasius hypophthalmus), is a freshwater species that feed on other fish, crustaceans, and plants.
Native to the Mekong basins, Chao Phraya, and other rivers of Vietnam, in South and Southeast Asia, Swai is an aquaculture fish.
Swai is a white-flesh fish, with a sweet, mild, taste and light flaky texture and stands out for the following characteristics:
- Low-fat content.
- Contains Omega 3 fatty acids.
- Rich in protein.
- Contains B group vitamins.
- Rich in minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and iron.
Vima’s swai is mainly presented in fillets, boneless, making it a perfect choice for schools and hospitals.
Firm texture and soft flavor make it very versatile, adaptable to any number of cooking methods.
Being the skinless and boneless swai fillet, one of the most popular presentations, we also offer it in other formats such as slices or presented whole.
Available as:
Swai fillet
- 32 OZ/2lb bag
- 300gr bag x 30, 9kg/19.84lb carton
- 1kg bag, 10kg/22lb carton
- 4lb/1.81kg bag
- Bulk Pack
Whole swai
- 22lb/10kg box
Swordfish
Swordfish, (Xiphias Gladius), is a highly migratory, large fish, of the family Xifiid, that is found throughout the world´s tropic and temperate seas. It generally migrates between colder waters in the summer to warmer waters in the winter for spawning.
With a distinctive sword on its head, it has a body that is dark gray on top and pale white-gray on the belly. Commercially, fish are caught between 50 and 400 pounds, but this enormous fish can weigh as much as one ton.
Swordfish is:
- Rich in vitamins, those of group B such as B3, B6, B9, and B12 standout.
- Rich in vitamin A.
- Excellente source of phosphorus and magnesium, as this fish is the richest in both minerals.
The gray-white flesh of the swordfish is firm in texture and moderate in fat content.
Vima Swordfish is available in loins and also in carpaccio. Boneless, skinless and vacuum-packed.
When cooked, the dense meat exudes a sweet flavor that is unmatched by any other seafood. This very versatile fish is typically steaked and excellent when grilled.
Available as:
Loins
- IQF,IVP, 25kg/55lb box
Precut carpaccio
- Pack 1kg, 5kg/11lb box
- Pack 250g, 12kg/26lb 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
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
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
Whiting / Hake
Hake belongs to the (Merlucidae) family. There are more than a dozen hake and whiting species and is a valuable international commodity.
Whiting and hake are effectively the same fish in the U.S. market.
It’s a white fish with low-fat content and thus low in calories.
Also, it is necessary to emphasize that:
- Rich in high biological value proteins.
- Contains Omega-3 fatty acids.
- Rich in B12 vitamins.
- Source of minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, iodine, and potassium.
With its soft flavor and tender texture, Vima Hake is available in different presentations, mainly skinless and boneless fillets.
The different product forms are whole, fillets, steaks, and medallions. They are always guaranteeing the quality of the product.
Available in:
- Hake fillets, 17.6 OZ/500g bag
- Head-off whole hake, block, interleaved, 10kg/22lb box
- Hake steaks, bulk pack, 8kg/18lb box