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Keep whole squid on hand for crisp calamari, fast grilling and stuffed seafood dishes. Fresh Frozen Whole Squid from Fresh Fish Dubai has a firm, springy body, mild marine flavour and intact tentacles, giving you more flexibility than pre sliced squid. . Available in whole and whole cleaned preparation options where shown in the variant selector, with 500g and 1kg choices subject to stock.. Dubai customers can receive delivery in as little as 60 to 90 minutes in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Business Bay Al Barsha, with selected locations eligible for 2 hour express delivery. Same day delivery is also available to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman, subject to route and stock availability. Fresh Fish Dubai has served UAE customers since 2020. Pricing starts from AED 23 per 500g as the current working product price , but confirm the live website price before publishing. The whole squid format suits grilled squid, fried calamari, seafood rice and stuffed squid recipes. Frozen Whole Squid Variants Variant Preparation Pack size Price Fresh Frozen Whole Squid Whole 500g AED 28* Fresh Frozen Whole Squid Whole 1kg AED 52* Fresh Frozen Whole Squid Whole cleaned 500g Subject to live stock Fresh Frozen Whole Squid Whole cleaned 1kg Subject to live stock The AED 28 and AED 52 figures should be matched against the current Fresh Fish Dubai product feed before publication. Do not publish a price that is not present in the live catalogue. How the Squid Is Selected Whole squid is selected according to available size, appearance and batch quality before preparation. The intact body and tentacles make it possible to choose the preparation that suits your recipe rather than committing to rings or tubes before cooking.
Fresh Frozen Whole Squid is a cephalopod rather than a fin fish. Its body is firm and springy, while the tentacles provide additional texture and work particularly well in grilled or fried preparations.
Squid is sold under several commercial species names, so the scientific name should be matched to the supplier documentation for the actual batch. For this reason, the product page should not permanently assign one scientific name or FAO fishing area to every delivery unless the sourcing specification confirms it.
In Arabic seafood markets, squid is commonly called حبار. Whole squid is especially useful for customers who want control over cleaning, cutting and portioning at home.
The product is frozen rather than pre cooked. Freezing gives you more flexibility for planned meals while keeping the squid protected during frozen storage.
Calamari is commonly used as a culinary term for squid, especially in fried dishes. Whole squid retains the body and tentacles, whereas rings are cut from the mantle.
If you want crispy calamari, you can slice the mantle into rings after thawing safely. For grilling, keeping the body whole can give you larger portions and a stronger presentation.
You receive the squid in its whole form rather than being limited to pre sliced rings. That lets you decide whether to grill the body whole, cut rings for frying or prepare stuffed squid.
Squid species, size and fishing area can vary between supply batches. Fresh Fish Dubai should identify the applicable origin and FAO area from the supplier documentation rather than using one permanent origin claim across every batch.
Squid needs careful temperature management because repeated thawing and refreezing can affect texture. The product is kept frozen for its intended storage and transported in packaging designed for temperature controlled seafood handling.
Attribute | Fresh Frozen Whole Squid |
English name | Fresh Frozen Whole Squid |
Arabic name | حبار كامل |
Product type | Frozen whole squid |
Scientific name | Species varies by batch; confirm supplier specification |
Family | Species dependent; commonly Loliginidae for loliginid squid |
Habitat | Marine coastal and open ocean waters |
Catch type | Wild caught, where stated on supplier documentation |
FAO area | Confirm against current batch documentation |
Preparation | Whole; whole cleaned where available |
Piece count | Confirm current batch count per kg |
Storage | Keep frozen according to package instructions |
Brand | Fresh Fish Dubai |
Serving | Suitable for frying, grilling, baking and stuffing |
Thaw safely in the refrigerator and pat completely dry. Cut into rings and fry at about 180°C for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly golden.
Thaw, clean if required and score the body lightly. Grill over high heat for approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
Fill cleaned squid bodies with cooked rice, herbs and seasoning. Bake at approximately 190°C for 20 to 25 minutes, depending on size.
The main texture rule is simple: squid usually benefits from either very short high heat cooking or longer slow cooking. Medium length cooking can make the flesh chewy.
Feature | Fresh Frozen Whole Squid | Sea Bream | Pomfret |
Texture | Firm and springy | Firm and flaky | Tender and firm |
Flavour | Mild marine flavour | Mild and slightly sweet | Mild and delicate |
Bones | No fish bones; internal pen and other structures | Fish bones | Fish bones |
Best method | Frying or grilling | Grilling or baking | Frying or grilling |
Price position | Budget to mid range | Mid range | Mid range |
Main advantage | Whole body and tentacles | Flaky fish flesh | Delicate whole fish texture |
Fresh Frozen Whole Squid suits customers who enjoy firm seafood and want one product that can be fried, grilled or stuffed.
It can also work well for protein focused meals because squid provides substantial protein relative to its fat content.
People with squid or shellfish allergies should avoid it. Anyone following a medically prescribed diet should check the product's current nutrition information and seek professional dietary advice where necessary.
Approximate values for raw edible squid can vary by species and batch. The following figures should be replaced with the supplier specification when a regulated nutrition declaration is required.
Fresh squid provides approximately 15.6g protein and 92 calories per 100g. It is relatively low in total fat and carbohydrates compared with many meat based foods.
Squid contains EPA and DHA omega 3 fatty acids, although the amount varies by species and origin. The working reference value is approximately 0.5g per 100g.
