Cooked Vannamei

COOKED VANNAMEI – THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR PROCESSING, CONSUMPTION, AND EXPORT

1. General Introduction to Cooked Vannamei

Cooked Vannamei is one of the most popular premium processed seafood products today. The product is made from fresh Vannamei, steamed using modern technology, then quickly frozen using the IQF (Individual Quick Frozen) method to preserve its natural sweetness, firm texture, and vibrant color.

At Astra Aqua Int’l Co., Ltd, every piece of cooked Vannamei is processed in a facility that meets international hygiene standards, ensuring absolute food safety while retaining the shrimp’s natural flavor and nutrition.

This product is ideal for restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, food processing factories, and export markets — especially to demanding destinations such as Japan, South Korea, the EU, and the United States.

2. Modern Production Process of Cooked Vannamei

To create a perfect batch of cooked Vannamei, Astra Aqua implements a closed production system, combining advanced technology and rigorous quality control:

a. Selection of fresh raw materials

Vannamei are sourced directly from GlobalGAP-certified farms, ensuring clear origin, antibiotic-free, and no contaminants.

b. Cleaning and grading

After harvesting, the Vannamei are thoroughly cleaned, sorted by size, and moved into the steaming process with optimized timing to preserve their natural sweetness.

c. Steaming with purified steam

The steaming process is precisely controlled for temperature and pressure, ensuring even cooking while maintaining the natural orange-red color without drying or shrinking.

d. IQF (Individual Quick Frozen) technology

After steaming, cooked Vannamei are rapidly frozen individually at deep temperatures, maintaining their firmness, freshness, and easy-to-peel texture.

e. Packaging and storage

The product is vacuum-packed or sealed in plastic trays, clearly labeled with production date, size, batch code, and expiry date.
Finally, it is stored at −18°C or below until delivery.

3. Outstanding Advantages of Cooked Vannamei from Astra Aqua

Compared to conventional frozen shrimp products, cooked Vannamei offers many exceptional advantages:

Maximum convenience: Ready to eat after light thawing — perfect for salads, sushi, noodles, or tempura.

Natural sweetness preserved: The steaming process locks in moisture, ensuring a juicy texture and rich natural flavor.

Absolute food safety: Produced under HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC, and FDA standards, free from preservatives, colorants, or harmful additives.

Consistent quality: Each cooked Vannamei is uniform in size, texture, and doneness.

Ideal for fast processing: Suitable for restaurants, hotels, supermarket chains, and export factories.

4. Sustainable Raw Material – GlobalGAP Certified

Astra Aqua is committed to sourcing cooked Vannamei from GlobalGAP-certified farms, strictly monitored for environmental protection, nutrition, and biosecurity.

The Vannamei are raised on natural feed, free from growth hormones, and harvested under optimal conditions to ensure freshness and firm texture.
Immediately after harvesting, they are transported in refrigerated trucks to the factory within hours — ensuring a closed cold chain from farm to final product.

This sustainable approach reflects Astra Aqua’s long-term commitment to environmental protection and global food responsibility.

5. Nutritional Value of Cooked Vannamei

Cooked Vannamei provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients.
Every 100g serving contains over 19g of pure protein, along with vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron, zinc, calcium, phosphorus, and omega-3 — vital elements for immune support, heart health, and nervous system function.

Because it’s steamed with purified water, the product retains nearly all its natural nutrients. It is low in fat, free from bad cholesterol, and perfectly suitable for a healthy or weight-control diet.

6. Diverse Culinary Applications

Cooked Vannamei can be used immediately after thawing, making it ideal for both premium dining and home cooking.

Popular dishes include:

• Fresh Vannamei salad – light, nutritious, and refreshing.
• Sushi and sashimi with cooked Vannamei – naturally sweet, safe to eat.
• Seafood pasta, garlic butter Vannamei, pizza toppings – perfect for Western cuisine.
• Packaged cooked Vannamei for supermarkets – a convenient solution for modern households.

Thanks to its versatility, cooked Vannamei from Astra Aqua is loved not only in Vietnam but also in high-end global markets.

7. Packaging – Storage – Specifications

Astra Aqua offers cooked Vannamei in various packaging options to meet diverse customer needs:

• IQF (Individual Quick Frozen): Individually frozen for easy handling.
• Block Frozen: Suitable for bulk industrial processing.
• Vacuum Pack: Ensures freshness and longer shelf life.

Available sizes: 26/30, 31/40, 41/50, 51/60, 61/70 pcs/lb.

Shelf life: 24 months when stored at −18°C or below.

All packaging is clearly labeled with product information, origin, production date, and traceability code for complete transparency and safety.

8. International Certifications and Quality Assurance

Each batch of cooked Vannamei undergoes rigorous inspection by Astra Aqua’s QA/QC department under international standards.

The company maintains the following certifications:

• HACCP – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points.
• ISO 22000 – International Food Safety Management System.
• BRC Global Standard for Food Safety.
• FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) – Approved for export to the U.S. market.

These certifications guarantee that every cooked Vannamei meets the strictest export quality requirements.

9. Benefits for Businesses and Consumers

For businesses such as restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, and factories:

• Saves preparation time – ready to use, no re-steaming required.
• Reduces labor costs – clean, efficient process.
• Ensures consistent quality – uniform size and texture.
• Streamlines supply chain – perfect for large-scale operations.

For consumers:

Cooked Vannamei from Astra Aqua is delicious, safe, and convenient — saving cooking time while maintaining nutrition and freshness for every meal.

10. Export Market and Astra Aqua’s Reputation

Astra Aqua Int’l Co., Ltd is one of Vietnam’s leading seafood exporters, distributing to more than 20 countries and territories worldwide.
Its core products — including cooked Vannamei — are available in Japan, South Korea, the U.S., the EU, the Middle East, and Australia.

Astra Aqua’s success is built on stable quality, modern processes, and long-term commitment to partners worldwide.
The company operates by the motto:
“Quality – Safety – Sustainability – Global Trust.”

11. Storage and Usage Guidelines

To maintain optimal quality, cooked Vannamei should be:

Stored at −18°C or below.

Thawed in a refrigerator — do not immerse directly in water.

Used within 24 hours after thawing for best flavor and texture.

Avoid refreezing after thawing to prevent flavor loss.

12. Contact Information

ASTRA AQUA INT’L CO., LTD

• 📍 Address: 310 Phan Đình Phùng, Cầu Kiệu Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• 📞 Hotline: (+84) 938 925 489
• 📧 Email: sam.le@astraaquaco.com
• 🌐 Website: https://astraaquaco.com