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Loligo Squid: wholesale supply from Portugal
Sourced from Californian, South African (chokka) and European Loligo squid, sized for rings, stuffing or grilling whole.
Overview
Loligo Squid (Loligo opalescens, Loligo reynaudi, Loligo vulgaris) is a lean species found in the Eastern Pacific, the South-East Atlantic (South Africa and Namibia) and the North-East Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Its flesh is tender when properly cooked, which makes it well suited to frying, grilling, stews and rice dishes.
Gialmar supplies Loligo Squid frozen. Lots are received, checked and stored at our IFS Food-certified plants in Tondela and Lajedo, so you can order from stock in Portugal all year round.
We supply Loligo Squid to wholesalers, retailers, restaurants, caterers, processors and importers in Portugal and international markets. Every lot is traceable from origin to delivery under our HACCP plan and IFS Food certification. MSC-certified supply is available for specific lines only, so please ask before ordering.
Available presentations: Whole. To receive a quotation, tell us the presentation, size grade, glazing for frozen product, packing format, volume and delivery point. We do not publish a price list, because prices follow season and landings; we confirm them per order.
Store frozen Loligo Squid at −18 °C or below. Thaw slowly in the refrigerator at 0–4 °C and do not refreeze after thawing.
Loligo opalescens, Loligo reynaudi, Loligo vulgarisScientific name
CephalopodsCategory
LeanFat content
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Presentations
Whole
Whole Loligo Squid, graded by size; gutting and cleaning on request.
Frequently asked questions
What is the scientific name of Loligo Squid?
Loligo Squid is traded as Loligo opalescens, Loligo reynaudi, Loligo vulgaris, a cephalopod found in the Eastern Pacific, the South-East Atlantic (South Africa and Namibia) and the North-East Atlantic and the Mediterranean.
Is Loligo Squid available fresh or frozen?
We supply Loligo Squid frozen, from stock in Portugal, all year round.
Which presentations of Loligo Squid can I order?
Whole. Other cuts and packing formats can be discussed for regular volumes.
How is Loligo Squid usually cooked?
Its flesh is tender when properly cooked. Typical uses are frying, grilling, stews and rice dishes.
How do I get a price for Loligo Squid?
Send the presentation, volume and delivery point through the quotation form or to geral@gialmar.com. We reply with availability and a quotation; there is no public price list.
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