Perhaps when learning about oysters, you have heard of a type of oyster with a rather impressive name: Pacific milk oyster. So why is it called this? What are the characteristics and nutritional value of Pacific oysters? Which unit produces famous Pacific oyster floss today? Let’s find the answer with the article below.
Origin of the name Pacific oyster
Pacific oysters (scientific name is Crassostrea gigas) are naturally distributed in the northwest Pacific Ocean. Specifically, the northern sea of Japan. By 2003, this oyster breed had been introduced to 64 countries such as the US, France, Canada, China, Mexico, Brazil, etc.
In Vietnam, Pacific oysters were introduced for pilot farming in 2006 in Van Don, Quang Ninh. Up to now, this island has become a center for farming and producing large oysters for export and processing.
Characteristics and nutritional value of Pacific milk oysters
Characteristics of Pacific milk oysters
Pacific milk oysters are not difficult to recognize based on their characteristic features:
- The shell consists of 3 layers including a thin horny outer layer, a middle layer of limestone (crystalline calcium carbonate crystals attached to protein bodies). The innermost layer is thin nacre.
- The left shell is cup-shaped and large while the right shell is smaller and flatter;
- The meat ratio is large, close to the edge of the shell, milky white, accounting for nearly ⅔ of the meat;
- It is a wide-temperature species, capable of living at temperatures of 1.8°C – 35°C and is most suitable at 20 – 28°C;
- The oyster farming area needs to ensure salinity of 20 – 30‰, suitable pH of 7.5 – 8.5; is an estuary, with little wind and waves. The most suitable place is a place with clean water, gentle currents and lots of plankton.
Nutritional value of Pacific milk oysters
In fact, the “milk” part of the oyster is a reproductive product of the oyster, so it contains a lot of nutrients. It is similar to fish eggs. Each “milk” bag accounts for 1/3 to 2/3 of the body weight of the milk oyster. Therefore, the commercial value of this oyster breed is very high.
Accordingly, milk oysters are a natural food source containing abundant protein, fat, vitamins… Especially minerals such as zinc, calcium, magnesium,… These are all essential nutrients to ensure the function and development of the body. Especially for growing children or people who want to improve their health.
>>> Reference: The process of raising and producing oyster floss in Quang Ninh
Quality Pacific oyster floss production unit
Pacific oysters have a large “milk” part, so they are easily broken when processed. In particular, the ability to create fibers is almost non-existent. This is a huge challenge for units wishing to process milk oysters into instant foods to serve the high demand of the market.
After a long period of research, Bavabi has succeeded with the formula for processing Pacific oyster floss, providing high nutritional value while still ensuring the characteristic deliciousness of oysters.
Accordingly, fresh milk oysters account for 70% of the processing formula combined with pork floss and shrimp to create sweetness, remove fishy smell and create fibers. There are no additives or chemicals involved in oyster processing. With Bavabi’s exclusive formula, it can turn a seemingly impossible dish into a desirable product.
Pacific oyster floss is the core product of Quang Ninh Seafood Production and Trading Company Limited. The product has received the 5-star OCOP Certificate of Quang Ninh province for many consecutive years.
Bavabi Pacific oyster floss was born to solve the disadvantage of the milk oyster variety which is difficult to process and preserve. At the same time, it still ensures to retain almost all the nutrients. The product has undergone a strict inspection process and is delivered to users by Bavabi with all the passion for the specialty of Van Don – Quang Ninh.
Where to buy Pacific oyster floss?
Pacific oyster floss is a safe and quality product. At the same time, it is also a specialty dish of Quang Ninh. However, currently, customers do not need to go to Quang Ninh to buy Bavabi oyster floss. The product has been and is being widely sold on the shelves of large supermarket systems and clean food stores. Typically Big C, Vinmart, Be Bu Bam, Kid Plaza, Con Cung, Soi Bien, Tmart,… Or you can buy directly at:
QUANG NINH SEAFOOD PRODUCTION AND TRADING COMPANY LIMITED
- Processing factory: Dong Trung – Dong Xa – Van Don – QN
- Hotline: 0203.6293939 – 0971.900.688
- Email: info@bavabioyster.com
- Website: https://www.bavabioyster.com
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