Northern California Whole Squid (Frozen)
Wild-caught off the rugged Northern California coast, this whole squid is flash frozen at peak freshness to preserve its clean ocean flavor and tender texture. Left whole and unprocessed, these “dirty” squid arrive with skin, ink, and internal organs intact — prized by chefs and home cooks for their versatility, freshness, and full flavor potential.

Squid is one of the rare seafood products that genuinely benefits from being frozen at sea. Immediate freezing helps preserve texture, sweetness, and overall quality far better than extended fresh handling and transport. In many cases, frozen-at-sea squid delivers a cleaner, more tender eating experience than “fresh” squid that has spent days in transit.

Ideal for grilling, stuffing, frying, braising, or breaking down for crudo and sashimi-style preparations, whole squid offers maximum flexibility in the kitchen. The ink can be reserved for sauces and pasta, while both tentacles and tubes shine whether cooked hot and fast or low and slow.

Harvested from the cold Pacific waters of Northern California, these squid are a sustainable and highly versatile seafood staple for adventurous cooks, chefs, and seafood purists alike.

Handling Notes:
Ships frozen. Squid are whole and uncleaned. Thaw under refrigeration before cleaning and preparation.