Frozen Illex Squid Cube

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Product Introduction:

We make these for kitchens where a protein has to be on the plate in seconds. Wild-caught Illex argentinus from Argentine waters is cleaned, skinned and trimmed, then diced into uniform cubes on automated lines and IQF-frozen. The frozen illex squid cubes we ship are held in a -18°C cold chain from our line to your kitchen — tender, sweet, and cooked through almost as fast as they hit the pan.
Measured against the Peruvian gigas cubes, these are smaller and more tender, with a natural sweet umami and a very mild aroma. The standout is the cook time: a quick stir-fry or blanch and they're done in seconds, which trims prep time and keeps a fast service pace. Quick stir-fries, kid-friendly seafood dishes and salad toppings are where they earn their place.

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Description

Technical Parameters

Technical Specifications

Item	Specifications
Product Name	Frozen Peruvian Squid Cubes (Frozen Gigas Squid Cubes)
Raw Material	Peruvian Gigas Squid Tubes (Dosidicus gigas)
Cutting Method	Automated dicing
Processing Steps	Washing & skinning, de-acidification, automated dicing, size grading, IQF freezing
Cube Size	Standard 2 x 2 x 2 cm
Freezing Method	IQF (Individually Quick Frozen)
Glazing Rate	10%–70% (adjustable per customer requirements)
Packaging	10 kg bulk pack; custom packaging available
Shelf Life	24 months (at -18°C)

Applications

Frozen Illex Squid Cubes are commonly used as an ingredient in:

Quick stir-fried seafood dishes

Hot pot and mixed seafood products

Noodle, rice, and pasta dishes

Prepared and ready-to-cook meals

Seafood salads and cold dishes after cooking

Seasoned squid products

Foodservice recipes requiring diced squid

Further-processed seafood products

FAQ

Q1: Are the Illex squid cubes pre-cooked?

No. This is a raw IQF frozen seafood product and must be fully cooked before consumption.

Q2: What is the standard cube size?

The standard size is 2 × 2 × 2 cm. Other dimensions can be discussed according to the customer's recipe or production requirements.

Q3: How should the cubes be thawed?

For regular foodservice handling, slow thawing at approximately 0–4°C is recommended. Depending on the pack size, allow around 6–8 hours.

For faster preparation, sealed packs can be thawed under cold running water. Avoid hot water and repeated freezing and thawing.

Q4: Can the cubes be used in children's meals?

The cubes can be used as an ingredient in recipes designed for children, provided the finished product meets the applicable food-safety, allergen, formulation, and labeling requirements of the target market. The squid should always be fully cooked before consumption.

Q5: Can glazing and packaging be customized?

Yes. Glazing can be adjusted within the available 10%–70% range, and packaging can be arranged according to the customer's requirements.

Q6: Can the cube size be customized?

Yes. The standard specification is 2 × 2 × 2 cm, while other cutting sizes can be discussed for specific foodservice or industrial applications.

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