带壳虾 - 冷冻块 5 磅

冷冻方法对虾的后续处理、解冻和使用方式有显著影响。块状虾和速冻虾冷冻方式各不相同，以满足不同的需求：

冷冻虾块

• 冷冻：虾被紧密包装并冷冻成……单个实心块（5磅重的砖块）。
• 解冻/使用：你必须解冻整个冰块在将虾分离和使用之前。
• 质量保持：致密的冰块和周围的冰釉提供了卓越的防冻伤保护保留了虾的口感和野生捕捞的味道——这就是格洛斯特当地人喜欢它的原因。
• 最适合：大量使用，例如大型节日拼盘或餐饮活动。

速冻虾

• 冷冻：每只虾都被迅速冷冻分别地装袋前。
• 解冻/使用：这些部件是松散且分开这样，您就可以只倒出所需的确切数量，而无需解冻袋子中的其余部分。
• 质量保持：虽然能提供极佳的保鲜效果，但与块状食物相比，散装食物随着时间的推移更容易脱水/冻伤。
• 最适合：适合快速用餐、小份量，或需要精确控制份量的时候（例如，在炒菜中加入一些）。

为了确保最佳口感和质地，请缓慢解冻5磅重的奶酪块。切勿在室温下解冻。

方法一：最佳方法（冰箱慢速解冻）

这种方法需要提前规划，但能取得最佳效果，最大限度地减少吸水和质地损失。

1. 准备：将冷冻块从纸盒中取出，连同塑料内衬（如有）一起放入深碗或平底锅中。
2. 解冻时间：将碗/锅放入冰箱
3. 期间：允许12至24小时根据冰箱温度的不同，需要将整块 5 磅重的冰块完全解冻。
4. 流走：虾完全解冻后，沥干多余的水分，立即进行烹饪。

方法二：最快方法（冷水解冻）

如果您需要在几个小时内吃到虾，请使用此方法。

1. 准备：请将冷冻虾块存放在原包装塑料袋中，避免直接接触水。如果塑料袋破损，请将虾块放入一个大的密封塑料袋中。
2. 淹没：将密封好的木块放入装满冷水的大碗中。确保木块完全浸没在水中。
3. 期间：这个过程应该需要2.5 小时或以上适用于 5 磅重的木块。
4. 查看：轻轻挤压冰块，确保所有冰块都已分离并完全解冻。
5. 立即使用：将虾沥干水分，立即烹饪。请勿重新冷冻。

The freezing method significantly impacts how the shrimp is handled, thawed, and used. Your Block Shrimp and IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) Shrimp are frozen differently, appealing to different needs:

Block Frozen Shrimp

• Freezing: Shrimp are packed tightly and frozen into a single, solid block (the 5lb brick).
• Thawing/Use: You must thaw the entire block before separating and using the shrimp.
• Quality Preservation: The dense block and surrounding ice glaze provide superior protection against freezer burn, preserving the shrimp's texture and wild-caught flavor—this is why Gloucester locals love it.
• Best For: Large quantity use, such as massive holiday platters or catering events.

IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) Shrimp

• Freezing: Each individual shrimp is rapidly frozen separately before being bagged.
• Thawing/Use: The pieces are loose and separate, allowing you to pour out only the exact number you need without thawing the rest of the bag.
• Quality Preservation: Provides excellent quality preservation, but loose pieces can be slightly more susceptible to dehydration/freezer burn over time compared to the block.
• Best For: Quick meals, small servings, or when precise portion control is needed (e.g., adding a few to a stir-fry).

The specific brand shown in product photos is not guaranteed. We source our premium block shrimp based strictly on size, type, quality, and country of origin. Consequently, the brand and appearance of the packaging may vary based on market availability.

Frozen items are shipped with dry ice to ensure the arrive fully frozen. Please place them directly into your freezer upon arrival.

If you order fresh and frozen items together, we package your shipment using gel ice packs instead of dry ice to protect your fresh goods. As a result, frozen items may partially thaw during transit. You can safely place them straight back into your freezer, or allow them to finish defrosting and enjoy right away.

Defrosting Guidelines

1. Overnight in the Fridge: Small packs take 6–12 hours; large packs take 12–48 hours.
2. Cold Water Bowl: Submerge sealed items in cold water for a faster thaw.

• Note: Do not use hot water or attempt to thaw by cooking, as this ruins the natural texture and flavor.