Frozen Amaranth
Frozen Amaranth Leaves (Rau Dền) from Vietnam. Nutritious leafy green for soups, stews, baby food, and health food products.
| Product Code | V0050 |
| Scientific Name | Amaranthus tricolor |
| Origin | Vietnam |
| Variety | Red (Dền Đỏ), Green (Dền Xanh) |
| Cut Type | Chopped, Whole leaves |
| Size | Chopped 20-30mm pieces |
| Processing Method | Block Frozen |
| Shelf Life | 24 months at -18°C |
| Packaging | PE bag in carton, 10kg/ctn or as required |
| MOQ | 1 x 20'RF container |
| Loading Capacity | 8-10MT/20'RF; 22-24MT/40'RF |
| Harvest Season | Year-round |
Description
Product Overview
Vietfrost Frozen Amaranth Leaves – known as Callaloo in Caribbean cuisine – serve growing demand from Caribbean, African, and Asian Diaspora communities in the US. Amaranth is exceptionally nutrient-dense, rich in Iron, Calcium, Protein, and Vitamins A and C. Vietnam’s year-round tropical cultivation provides consistent supply.
Frozen Amaranth is used by Caribbean/African/Asian Cuisine, Health Food, Ethnic Food Distribution operators and manufacturers. Vietnam’s year-round tropical climate ensures uninterrupted supply. Our processing preserves color, texture, and nutritional value. Storage at -18°C or below with shelf life of 18-24 months.
Available forms include Whole Leaves, Chopped. All product is processed under ISO 22000 and HACCP protocols at our certified facility. Vietfrost offers competitive pricing from Vietnam’s efficient agricultural processing infrastructure.
Packaging Options
- Standard Packaging: 500 g and 1 kg blocks or bags in corrugated cartons (10 kg or 20 kg net weight per carton).
- Retail-Ready Packaging for Private Label customers.
- Custom Label Design and FDA-compliant Nutrition Labeling included in our OEM service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amaranth the Same as Callaloo?
Amaranth is one of the greens commonly referred to as Callaloo in Caribbean cooking (along with Taro Leaves and Dasheen). Our Frozen Amaranth Leaves are suitable for traditional Callaloo Soup and Stew preparations.
What Is the Minimum Order Quantity?
MOQ is one 20-foot Reefer Container (approximately 18-20 MT depending on product format). Mixed Containers combining multiple Frozen Vegetables are available for buyers who need product variety in a single shipment.
How Can I Evaluate Product Quality?
We provide detailed Product Specification Sheets, Certificates of Analysis (COA), and real production photos from our facility. Video of our processing line is available on request. For buyers requiring physical samples, small quantities can be arranged with cold-chain shipping at cost. Contact Our Sales Team to discuss your requirements.
Which Ports Do You Ship To?
We ship worldwide from Ho Chi Minh City Port. Key destinations include Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, Savannah, and New York/New Jersey (USA), as well as ports across Japan, South Korea, EU, Australia, and the Middle East. Both FOB and CIF terms are available. Contact Us for transit times and freight rates to your destination port.
