Frozen Cauliflower with Green Stem (IQF)
Product Overview
Frozen Cauliflower with Green Stem is made from fresh, mature cauliflower heads, carefully trimmed to retain a portion of the natural green stem for better structure, appearance, and bite. After washing and grading, the cauliflower is blanched and Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) to lock in freshness, color, texture, and nutrients. The product remains free-flowing and easy to portion, suitable for foodservice, processing, and retail use.
Key Specifications of Frozen Cauliflower with green stem
Raw Material: Fresh cauliflower with partial green stem
Cut Style: Whole florets with green stem attached
Color: Creamy white curd with fresh green stem
Processing: Washed → trimmed → blanched → IQF frozen
Freezing Method: IQF (Individually Quick Frozen)
Taste & Texture: Mild flavor, tender florets, slightly crisp stem
Shelf Life: 24 months at ≤ -18°C
Storage: Keep frozen at -18°C or below
Frozen Cauliflower with green stem Advantages
Natural Appearance: Green stem enhances visual appeal and plate presentation
Firm Structure: Stem helps florets hold shape during cooking
Time-Saving: Ready-to-cook, no washing or cutting required
Consistent Quality: Uniform size and color throughout the year
High Yield: Minimal trimming loss for professional kitchens
Packaging Options for the Frozen Cauliflower with green stem
Frozen Cauliflower with Green Stem can be packed flexibly to meet the needs of foodservice, processing, and retail markets. Packaging can be customized based on volume, branding, and logistics requirements.
1. Bulk Packaging (Foodservice & Industrial Use)
10 kg / carton
20 lb (≈9.07 kg) / carton
Packaging Structure:
Inner: Food-grade PE bag
Outer: Strong corrugated export carton
Advantages:
Cost-effective for large-volume users
Easy handling and storage in cold rooms
2. Retail Packaging
Common Sizes: 400 g, 500 g, 1 kg
Packaging Type: Printed PE or laminated retail bags; Pillow bag or stand-up pouch (optional)
Options:
Private label available
Multilingual artwork and nutrition panel
3. Catering & Institutional Packs
Sizes: 2.5 kg, 5 kg
Packaging: Plain PE bag with outer carton
Use Case: Hotels, schools, hospitals, airline catering
4. Special Packaging Options
Steam-in-Bag Packaging (microwave-ready)
Vacuum or Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP)
Mixed Vegetable Packs (with broccoli, carrots, peas, etc.)
These packaging options ensure product protection, efficient logistics, and strong market presentation.
Applications of Frozen Cauliflower with Green Stem
Frozen Cauliflower with Green Stem is versatile and well-suited for a wide range of culinary and industrial uses. The retained green stem improves structure, appearance, and cooking performance, making it especially popular in professional kitchens and food processing.
1. Foodservice & Catering
Stir-fried vegetable dishes
Steamed or blanched side dishes
Buffet and banquet vegetable platters
Hotel, restaurant, airline, and school catering menus
Benefit: Florets keep their shape and present well after cooking.
2. Frozen Mixed Vegetables
Premium mixed vegetable blends
Asian-style vegetable mixes
Western vegetable medleys
Healthy ready-to-cook combinations
Benefit: Green stem adds color contrast and visual appeal to mixes.
3. Ready Meals & Convenience Foods
Frozen ready meals
Microwaveable vegetable packs
IQF vegetable portions
Steam-in-bag products
Benefit: Consistent size and fast cooking reduce preparation time.
4. Retail & Home Cooking
Home stir-fry dishes
Steamed or boiled vegetables
Oven-roasted vegetable sides
Low-carb and plant-based meals
Benefit: Easy to cook directly from frozen with minimal preparation.
5. Industrial Food Processing
Vegetable toppings for pizza and bakery items
Fillings for pies, dumplings, and savory pastries
Ingredients for soups and sauces
Components for frozen meal kits
Benefit: Stable texture and uniform quality after reheating.
6. Health-Focused & Special Diet Products
Vegetarian and vegan meals
Clean-label products
Low-calorie and low-carb food lines
School and hospital meal programs
Benefit: Natural vegetable with no additives or preservatives.
Frozen Cauliflower with Green Stem is valued for its natural look, firm texture, and wide application range, making it an ideal ingredient for foodservice, processing, and retail markets.
Quality & Safety
Produced under HACCP / ISO / BRC management systems
Non-GMO raw material
No additives or preservatives
Strict metal detection and microbiological control
FAQ
Q1: Why keep the green stem on the cauliflower?
A: The green stem improves appearance, adds texture, and helps florets stay intact during cooking.
Q2: Does the green stem taste bitter?
A: No. After blanching and freezing, the stem is mild and tender.
Q3: Can the Frozen Cauliflower with green stem be cooked directly from frozen?
A: Yes. No thawing is required.
Q4: Is size grading available for the Frozen Cauliflower with green stem?
A: Yes, different floret sizes can be customized based on customer requirements.
Q5: Suitable for mixed vegetables?
A: Absolutely. The Frozen Cauliflower with green stem is widely used in premium mixed vegetable blends.
