I&J Introduces South American Crispy Battered Flathead Fish Bites
When it comes to premium quality fish at a competitive price, delivered in a portion size that’s ideal for snacking, finger food, side of plate, canapes and more – I&J has the perfect solution with new South American Crispy Battered Flathead Fish Bites.
The delicate white fish is the same as that of the I&J Crispy Battered Flathead Fillets that are known and loved by foodservice professionals throughout the country.
Wild-caught in the Southern Atlantic Ocean, then hand cut and hand-dipped in I&J’s famous crunchy batter to ensure an authentic ‘made from scratch’ style presentation, the fish boasts a sweet mild flavour and clean fresh mouthfeel.
The bite-sized 20-30g portion size of I&J South American Crispy Battered Flathead Fish Bites adds to their versatility by making them suitable for a wide range of menu applications.
Simplot Australia Executive Chef David White says, “These new Flathead Fish Bites are ideal as a cocktail food or canape served with dipping sauce or aioli, they’re great for takeaway and home delivery, and the perfect choice for an add-on or side dish.
“The hand-dipped batter delivers a great colour and crunch, a golden crispy finish which looks as though it’s been prepared from scratch on the premises”
“You can complement your Fish and Chips offering with a tasty side of Flathead Fish Bites and a tub of slaw – it’s a great way to increase your upselling options on the menu.”
I&J South American Crispy Battered Flathead Fish Bites are equally suitable as part of a seafood platter or a ‘step up’ kid’s meal. “They really have a broad range of uses,” David says, “and with freezer space at a premium, the convenient portion size delivers great flexibility – you can keep one product on hand, secure in the knowledge it will provide you with a wide range of serving choices.
“For example you can serve two or three Fish Bites on the kids’ menu, five per meal for an adult, seven for a takeaway hot box – just choose how many you want to use per serve depending upon the meal.
“Flathead is a species that everybody knows and is always popular on the menu, and that combined with our signature light and crispy batter ensures its appeal,” he adds. “Plus the I&J brand delivers quality assurance – we’re always careful to select the best quality fish, and we deep-skin it to make sure you get the nice mild-tasting, flaky white fish that everybody loves.
“The hand-dipped batter delivers a great colour and crunch, a golden crispy finish which looks as though it’s been prepared from scratch on the premises – making it a product you’d be proud to call your own.”
New I&J South American Crispy Battered Flathead Fish Bites come in a convenient 3kg carton and are quick and easy to prepare from frozen; simply deep fry or cook in a commercial oven and they’re ready to serve.
For more information, please contact your local Foodservice distributor, your Simplot Foodservice Representative or visit Simplot Foodservice.
