Frozen Apple Snail (Wild Caught)

Frozen Apple Snail (Wild Caught)
Vietnamese Name: Ốc bươu
Scientific Name: Pila Polita
Packaging Details: 14oz/tray/VP + Sticker, NW 90%, 40 trays/ Ctn
Shelf life: 24 months under -18 ºC

Specification: BQF

Collecting Apple Snail from the snail harvesting grounds.
Transporting them to the processing plant.
Thoroughly cleaning with pure water.
Classifying Apple Snail based on size
Rinsing the products again.
Weighing and packaging the goods into bags or trays.
Rapid freezing.
Packaging according to customer requirements.
Storing and transporting at temperatures below -18 ºC.

Processing Net Weight:

95% N.W. 05% Glazing
90% N.W. 10% Glazing
85% N.W.15% Glazing
(depends on client’s requirements)

Special features：

Apple Snail is a soft-bodied mollusk. In Vietnam, Apple Snail are found in lakes, rivers, canals, ditches, and fields with a significant distribution in the Western and Northern regions. Apple Snail thrive during the rainy season and they have a breeding season in May every year.
Apple Snail have a thin shell, a pointed and rounded tail and their shell is typically black-brown. Apple Snail can live both underwater and on land due to their siphon and lung-like organ. They can endure dry conditions for several months by sealing their shell and burying themselves in the ground; when they encounter water, they can resume normal activity. Apple Snail lay eggs and have a relatively fast reproductive rate.

Functions：

Apple Snail provide a wealth of nutrients for our bodies, including:

Apple Snail are abundant in calcium, promoting strong bones and teeth, and supporting height growth in children.
Apple Snail are also rich in protein, aiding in muscle development, enhancing immune function and facilitating cell regeneration.
Additionally, Apple Snail contain omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce the risk of heart disease, enhance concentration and regulate blood pressure.
Furthermore, Apple Snail are highly rich in vitamins and minerals, contributing to boosting the body’s immune system.

Characteristics：

The meat of Apple Snail has the characteristics of being firm, crispy and sweet.

Processing method：

Apple Snail can be thawed by soaking them in cold water or placing them in the refrigerator’s cool compartment overnight. Afterward, it’s recommended to rinse the product thoroughly before cooking. Apple Snail are a primary ingredient in various recipes, including boiled, steamed, grilled and soup dishes.

Way of storage：

Apple Snail should be stored in the refrigerator compartment (2-8°C) if you plan to cook them on the same day. For longer storage, it’s best to place Apple Snail in the freezer compartment with a temperature of -18°C or lower.

Free Consultation

To contact us get more information about the supply of Frozen Apple Snail (Wild Caught) or propose co-operation, please do not hesitate to contact the information below:

Southern Fresh Foods – Brand of exporting frozen seafood from Vietnam
Address: Lot III-22, 19/5A St., Tan Binh Industrial Park, Tay Thanh Ward, Tan Phu Dist., Hochiminh City, Vietnam
Phone number: +84 948 680 404
Email: salesfreshfood@sacofoods.vn
Website: freshfoodglobal.com

Please feel free to contact or leave information via phone / email to discuss your requirements in detail and get specific information about products, delivery process and terms of co-operation. Our customer services will be pleasure to assist and answer any your questions.