Butterfly Pangasius Fillet

Butterfly Pangasius  – Premium Product Line for the Global Export Market

Butterfly Pangasius is one of Vietnam's premium white fish products, highly favored in Japan, Europe, the UK, the US, and Australia.
The product is split lengthwise down the body, while keeping the belly intact – creating a butterfly-wing shape, hence the name Butterfly Pangasius.

Thanks to this special cutting style, the fish is easy to marinate, grill, or process into flavorful dishes while maintaining a firm meat texture, light fat content, and natural flavor.

Astra Aqua International Co., Ltd. is a pioneer in exporting Butterfly Pangasius that meets international standards, fully satisfying the stringent requirements of high-end import markets.

Key Features of Butterfly Pangasius Fillet

Special Processing Method

Unlike cut or fillet products, Butterfly Pangasius is processed by splitting lengthwise from head to tail, separating the two sides of the body but keeping the belly intact.
This cutting style helps the fish:

• Easily absorb flavors when marinated.

• Grill or fry quickly and evenly.

• Maintain a beautiful, natural shape when presenting dishes.

The product is especially suitable for grilled seafood, BBQ, ready-to-cook dishes or Japanese, Korean, and European restaurant chains.

Premium Meat Quality

The meat of Butterfly Pangasius is bright white, with fine texture, slightly fatty taste, and no fishy odor.
High in protein, low in cholesterol, rich in Omega-3, DHA, and vitamin D, helping pangasius become a healthy food, suitable for the clean eating – healthy living trend that is popular in the US and Europe.

Butterfly Pangasius Fillet Production Process at Astra Aqua

Raw Material Selection

The fish source is harvested from farms certified with GlobalG.A.P, ASC, BAP in Dong Thap and An Giang – the largest pangasius farming centers in Vietnam.
Only fish with a size of 800g–1.5kg, bright skin, thick meat, and even fat are qualified for Butterfly Pangasius export.

Slitting and Pre-processing Procedure

1. The fish is washed with ozonated water, removing the internal organs.

2. Use an automatic stainless steel knife to cut lengthwise, separating the two parts of the meat but keeping the belly connected.

3. Completely remove the main backbone, making the product easier to eat.

4. Adjust the size and shape to ensure uniformity before freezing.

Freezing and Packaging

After preliminary processing, the fish is IQF flash frozen at -40°C to preserve the meat texture and natural freshness.
The product is then vacuum-packed or packed in PE/PA trays, stored in a -18°C cold storage before export.

Export Markets for Butterfly Pangasius

Asian Market

Countries such as Japan, South Korea, Singapore prefer IQF Butterfly Pangasius for grilled fish, teriyaki, or hot pot dishes.
In particular, the product is highly appreciated in Japan due to its bright meat color and slightly fatty taste, similar to cod.

European & UK Market

Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, and the UK import Butterfly Pangasius for supermarket and restaurant chains.
Customers here require ASC and BRC certifications, along with environmentally friendly packaging and clear traceability, which Astra Aqua always meets.

US & Australian Market

In the US and Australia, Butterfly Pangasius is widely used in Asian restaurants, seafood stores, and ready-to-eat foods.
The product must meet FDA and AQIS standards, and Astra Aqua is one of the few Vietnamese suppliers qualified to export to these two markets.

Contact Information

ASTRA AQUA INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
Vietnamese Pangasius Processor & Exporter
318 Phan Dinh Phung Street, Cau Kieu Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Hotline: (+84) 938 925 489
Email: sam.le@astraaquaco.com | sales01@astraaquaco.com
Website: https://astraaquaco.com
Tax ID: 0319091146