Frozen Catfish Clarias

Frozen Catfish Clarias refers to frozen catfish from the Clarias species, a highly valued freshwater fish. This species is widely farmed in Southeast Asia, Africa, and other tropical regions. Freezing is done to maintain the quality, freshness, and shelf life of the fish before distribution.

Frozen Catfish Clarias refers to frozen catfish from the Clarias species, a highly valued freshwater fish. This species is widely farmed in Southeast Asia, Africa, and other tropical regions. Freezing is done to maintain the quality, freshness, and shelf life of the fish before distribution.

Physical Characteristics

• Appearance:
  Long-bodied fish with smooth, scaleless skin, ranging in color from gray to black.

• Size:
  Varies from 300 grams to over 1 kilogram per piece, depending on market demand.

• Frozen Condition:
  Packaged as whole fish, fillets, or cuts based on consumer requirements.

Benefits

1. Nutrition:

   • High in animal protein.

   • Rich in omega-3, vitamin D, and minerals like iron and phosphorus.

2. Consumption:

   • Versatile in culinary use, such as grilling, frying, soups, or curries.

   • Suitable for household consumption or as a raw material for food industries.

Freezing Process

1. Cleaning:

   • Fish is washed and cleaned to remove slime, entrails, and gills.

2. Cutting (Optional):

   • Processed into fillets or specific cuts as per requirements.

3. Quick Freezing:

   • Utilizes IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology to preserve the texture and quality of the meat.

4. Packaging:

   • Packed in vacuum-sealed plastic or specialized frozen containers and stored at -18°C or below.