Mackerel – Bold Taste, Nutrient Powerhouse, Versatile Cuts
A favorite in Mediterranean, Japanese, Southeast Asian, and African cuisines, Mackerel is used in everything from grilled entrées to canned and smoked products. With its meaty texture and high oil content, it delivers both flavor and nutrition, making it popular in retail markets, frozen meal kits, and value-added seafood production.
At Aqua Green Exim, our Mackerel is sustainably caught, immediately chilled, and processed using IQF or block freezing, ensuring freshness, hygiene, and global compliance.
🔹 Why Mackerel Remains a Global Favorite
1️⃣ Omega-3 Rich & Flavorful – Excellent for heart-healthy diets and seafood lovers
2️⃣ Bold Taste & Firm Texture – Perfect for grilling, frying, smoking, or canning
3️⃣ Export-Focused Cuts – Offered as whole, fillets, steaks, and cleaned round fish
4️⃣ Multiple Species Available – Includes Indian Mackerel (Rastrelliger) & Atlantic Mackerel (Scomber)
5️⃣ Certified & Compliant – Suitable for retail, HoReCa, and processed food sectors
🔹 Frozen Fresh – Packed for Performance
✅ Quick chilling post-harvest to maintain natural oils and quality
✅ Available in block or IQF frozen formats
✅ Stable shelf life and ideal for bulk storage or retail
🔹 Mackerel Market Insights – Global Reach
Japan & Korea – Essential for grilled and preserved seafood
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Used in sushi, shioyaki, and dried mackerel preparations
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Preference for clean, small-to-medium whole fish with bright skin
Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Angola) – Top-selling species for households and markets
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Widely consumed grilled, smoked, or in tomato-based stews
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Strong demand for whole frozen mackerel in bulk packs
Europe (Portugal, Spain, UK) – Popular for health-focused consumers
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Used in canned goods, smoked portions, and seafood dishes
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Retail packs and fillets in EU-compliant packaging formats
Middle East & Southeast Asia – Used in traditional recipes
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Served fried, curried, or as frozen steaks for restaurants
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Strong demand for fillet and steak cuts
🔹 Certifications & Safety Compliance
✔ FDA & FSSAI Certified
✔ HACCP, ISO 22000 Compliant
✔ MPEDA, EIC & EU-Compliant Processing
✔ Traceable sourcing with microbial and visual QC checks
🔹 Available Formats & Packaging
📦 Product Forms:
✔ Whole Round – Fresh Frozen
✔ Cleaned Whole, Steaks, Skin-on Fillets
📦 Size Grades:
✔ Small (100–200g), Medium (200–300g), Large (300g+)
📦 Packaging Solutions:
✔ IQF or Block Frozen
✔ Vacuum packs, export cartons, private labels
✔ Custom size grading and bulk packaging for specific regions
🔹 Why Aqua Green Exim for Mackerel?
🔹 Certified Sourcing & Processing – From boat to box, ethically handled
🔹 Export-Ready Cuts – Suitable for canned, retail frozen, and fresh seafood industries
🔹 Market-Specific Grading – Flexible sizing and formats for global buyers
🔹 Reliable Cold Chain & Fulfillment – Rapid, temperature-controlled delivery worldwide
