Whole Octopus
Once Frozen, Whole Gutted, Raw
Our Mexican Whole, Raw & Gutted Octopus adheres to the highest standards, is never soaked in water, and undergoes thorough quality control. It is all-natural, free from any chemical treatment with no added water for the best yield and part of a Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in the Yucatan. The light gray color serves as a marker of exceptional quality, distinguishing it from others with a red-brown hue that may signal heat stress during processing.
Key Points
Wild Caught
All Natural, No Chemicals or Water Added
Part of a Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in Mexico
Sustainability
| AKA/Species | Vulgaris |
| Form | Once Frozen, Whole Gutted, Raw |
| Origin | Mexico & Venezuela |
| Sustainability & Safety | Part of a Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in Mexico. Processed in a HACCP Certified Facility. |
| Allergens | Contains Mollusk |
| Ingredients | Octopus |
| Method of Capture | Wild Caught |
| Pack | Individually Vacuum Packed |
| Flavor Profile | Medium |
| Texture Profile | Firm |
| Suggested Cooking Methods | Baking | Broiling | Ceviche | Frying | Grilling | Sashimi | Sautee | Soups |
| Seasonality | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Storage | Keep Frozen at -18C or Colder |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Box Dimensions (Mex) | L 14.9" x W 23.35" H 4.75" | Ti x Hi: 5×10 |
| Box Dimensions (Vza) | L 13.8" x W 19.3" x H 6.9" | Ti x Hi: 5×10 |
| Thawing Instructions | Important: Keep frozen until ready to use. Remove from sealed bag and defrost under refrigeration a minimum of 4-6 hours or until fully thawed. DO NOT leave soaking in water, it will affect flavor and texture of fish. Alternatively, run sealed bag under water and remove from bag immediately once thawed. |
| Thawed Storing Tips | Keep Refrigerated, use within 24 hours for best results. |
| Item # | Size | Avg. # of Portions | Master Case Size | Master GTIN | Master UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102225 | 1-2lb | 22 | 33lb | 10850025248683 | 850025248686 |
| 102221 | 2-4lb | 11 | 33lb | 10850025248645 | 850025248648 |
| 102222 | 4-6lb | 7 | 33lb | 10850025248652 | 850025248655 |
| 102224 | 6-8lb | 5 | 33lb | 10850025248669 | 850025248662 |
Item #: 102225
Size: 1-2lb
Avg. # of Portions: 22
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248683
Master UPC: 850025248686
Size: 1-2lb
Avg. # of Portions: 22
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248683
Master UPC: 850025248686
Item #: 102221
Size: 2-4lb
Avg. # of Portions: 11
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248645
Master UPC: 850025248648
Size: 2-4lb
Avg. # of Portions: 11
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248645
Master UPC: 850025248648
Item #: 102222
Size: 4-6lb
Avg. # of Portions: 7
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248652
Master UPC: 850025248655
Size: 4-6lb
Avg. # of Portions: 7
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248652
Master UPC: 850025248655
Item #: 102224
Size: 6-8lb
Avg. # of Portions: 5
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248669
Master UPC: 850025248662
Size: 6-8lb
Avg. # of Portions: 5
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248669
Master UPC: 850025248662
| AKA/Species | Vulgaris |
| Form | Once Frozen, Whole Gutted, Raw |
| Origin | Mexico & Venezuela |
| Sustainability & Safety | Part of a Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in Mexico. Processed in a HACCP Certified Facility. |
| Allergens | Contains Mollusk |
| Ingredients | Octopus |
| Method of Capture | Wild Caught |
| Pack | Individually Vacuum Packed |
| Flavor Profile | Medium |
| Texture Profile | Firm |
| Suggested Cooking Methods | Baking | Broiling | Ceviche | Frying | Grilling | Sashimi | Sautee | Soups |
| Seasonality | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Storage | Keep Frozen at -18C or Colder |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Box Dimensions (Mex) | L 14.9" x W 23.35" H 4.75" | Ti x Hi: 5×10 |
| Box Dimensions (Vza) | L 13.8" x W 19.3" x H 6.9" | Ti x Hi: 5×10 |
| Thawing Instructions | Important: Keep frozen until ready to use. Remove from sealed bag and defrost under refrigeration a minimum of 4-6 hours or until fully thawed. DO NOT leave soaking in water, it will affect flavor and texture of fish. Alternatively, run sealed bag under water and remove from bag immediately once thawed. |
| Thawed Storing Tips | Keep Refrigerated, use within 24 hours for best results. |
| Item # | Size | Avg. # of Portions | Master Case Size | Master GTIN | Master UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102225 | 1-2lb | 22 | 33lb | 10850025248683 | 850025248686 |
| 102221 | 2-4lb | 11 | 33lb | 10850025248645 | 850025248648 |
| 102222 | 4-6lb | 7 | 33lb | 10850025248652 | 850025248655 |
| 102224 | 6-8lb | 5 | 33lb | 10850025248669 | 850025248662 |
Item #: 102225
Size: 1-2lb
Avg. # of Portions: 22
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248683
Master UPC: 850025248686
Size: 1-2lb
Avg. # of Portions: 22
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248683
Master UPC: 850025248686
Item #: 102221
Size: 2-4lb
Avg. # of Portions: 11
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248645
Master UPC: 850025248648
Size: 2-4lb
Avg. # of Portions: 11
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248645
Master UPC: 850025248648
Item #: 102222
Size: 4-6lb
Avg. # of Portions: 7
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248652
Master UPC: 850025248655
Size: 4-6lb
Avg. # of Portions: 7
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248652
Master UPC: 850025248655
Item #: 102224
Size: 6-8lb
Avg. # of Portions: 5
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248669
Master UPC: 850025248662
Size: 6-8lb
Avg. # of Portions: 5
Master Case Size: 33lb
Master GTIN: 10850025248669
Master UPC: 850025248662
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