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Whole snakehead fish plated showing its dark mottled skin

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Channa striata · Toman Fish

Snakehead Fish Frozen and Exported From Zhuhai China

Freshwater farmed Snakehead with firm high-protein flesh, supplied whole round, fillet, steak and ready-to-cook slices.

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Product Overview

What Snakehead Fish Is and Who Buys It

Freshwater farmed Snakehead with firm high-protein flesh, supplied whole round, fillet, steak and ready-to-cook slices.

  • Whole Round
  • Fillet
  • Steak
  • Slice

Who It Is For

  • Asian foodservice distributors and hot pot chains
  • Retailers serving Southeast Asian communities
  • Catering operators buying prepared slices
Whole snakehead fish plated showing its dark mottled skin
Whole snakehead fish plated showing its dark mottled skin.
Problems It Solves

What Goes Wrong Without It

01

Protein-dense fish for restorative menus

Snakehead is bought for its firm high-protein flesh, and it stays firm through stewing and long braises where other freshwater fish fall apart.

02

Boneless slices for volume kitchens

Slice format removes the deboning and portioning step for hot pot and catering operators.

03

One species, three market names

Snakehead, Toman and Channa striata all refer to the same fish. We document the Latin name so buyers and customs agree on the item.

Key Benefits

Why Buyers Keep Reordering

  • Firm, flavourful flesh that works across steaming, grilling, frying and stews.
  • Whole round from 400 g upward plus customisable fillet and steak cuts.
  • Certified and traceable from farm through to frozen product.
  • Bulk, retail or private label packing on request.
Use Guide

Handling and Cooking

  1. Store at -18 °C or below.
  2. Thaw whole fish and fillets under refrigeration.
  3. Slices can be cooked from frozen in hot pot or soup.
  4. Avoid over-boiling fillets, which toughens the protein-dense flesh.
Technical Features and Specifications

Snakehead Fish Specification

Figures below come from the factory product record. Anything not published is marked TBC and confirmed on your specification sheet rather than estimated.

Scientific NameChanna striata
OriginFreshwater farmed, China
Whole Fish Sizes400 g and above
Fillet / Steak SizesCustomisable
CertificationsBRC, HACCP, EU Approved 4404/02016
PackingBulk, retail or private label
Storage-18 °C or below
Application Scenarios

Where It Ends Up On the Plate

Soups and stews

Whole round and steak cuts for long-cooked restorative dishes.

Hot pot

Slices that go straight into the pot without extra preparation.

Grilled and fried service

Fillets for high-heat cooking in restaurant kitchens.

Product Photography

Cuts and Packing Formats

Photographs taken at the Zhuhai plant of the actual formats produced.

Boneless snakehead fish fillets packed in bulk cartons
Boneless snakehead fish fillets packed in bulk cartons
Ready-to-cook snakehead fish slices boxed for catering use
Ready-to-cook snakehead fish slices boxed for catering use
Comparison With Other Products

How It Differs From the Neighbouring Species

ProductSpeciesWhat Sets It Apart
Snakehead (this product)Channa striataFirmest of our freshwater range, high protein
Channel CatfishIctalurus punctatusSofter and milder, better for BBQ
Mandarin FishSiniperca chuatsiFiner, more delicate flesh for steaming
Quality Control and Certifications

Processed Under EU Approval 4404/02016

The plant is certified to BRC, FDA, HACCP and HALAL. Quality control covers aquaculture, processing and finished product inside the same company.

Certifications

  • EU Approved 4404/02016
  • BRC
  • FDA
  • HACCP
  • HALAL

Customisation Options

  • Portion weights cut to your grade
  • Glazing at 100%, 95%, 90% or a set percentage
  • Bulk, retail, IVP or private label packing

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Buyer Questions

Snakehead Fish Sourcing Questions

What is the difference between Snakehead and Toman fish?

They are the same species, Channa striata. Toman is the common trade name in parts of Southeast Asia.

What sizes are available for whole fish?

400 g and above; fillet and steak portions are cut to your specification.

Do you supply ready-to-cook slices?

Yes, slices are a standard format for this item.

Is private label packing available?

Yes, bulk, retail and private label packing are all offered.

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