[Extra Natural] IQF Edamame Bean 1kg/pack (sold per pack)

Extra Natural IQF Edamame Bean - Commercial Grade for Malaysian HORECA Premium 1kg IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) shelled edamame beans (sold per pack) specifically designed for Japanese restaurants, Asian kitchens, salad bars, and health food outlets across Malaysia. Halal-certified (JAKIM), 100% natural — a high-protein, plant-based ingredient that serves as both a standalone premium appetizer and versatile cooking component, ready to use in minutes. 1) What is this product? This is IQF frozen shelled edamame bean in a 1kg pack, supplied by Extra Natural for F&B and wholesale use. Made from 100% soybeans, shelled and individually quick frozen to preserve freshness, vibrant green color, and nutrition. High in plant protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Ready to cook in 3-5 minutes — just boil, steam, or stir-fry. 2) What category does it belong to? Frozen vegetables — edamame beans (IQF shelled soybeans, ready-to-cook). 3) Who is this product best suited for? Ideal for: Japanese and Asian restaurants Salad bars and poke bowl outlets Health food and vegetarian restaurants Hotel kitchens and buffet operations Central kitchens & commissaries Quick-service and fast-casual chains 4) What cuisine or menu types commonly use it? Used in Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and fusion cuisines — edamame appetizer (with salt/spice), poke bowls, Buddha bowls, stir-fried vegetables, fried rice, salad topping, ramen garnish, edamame hummus, sushi rolls, and plant-based protein dishes. 5) What makes this product commercially valuable? Pre-shelled and IQF means zero prep time — no pod removal needed. High-protein plant-based ingredient that appeals to health-conscious and vegetarian diners. Versatile across appetizers, mains, and bowl concepts. Consistent quality and easy portion control. Highly rated by buyers — 5-star reviewed product. Usage & Yield 6) What dishes can this product be used in? Salted edamame appetizer, poke bowls, Buddha bowls, stir-fried vegetables, fried rice, salad topping, ramen/soup garnish, edamame hummus, sushi roll filling, grain bowls, and plant-based protein component in any dish. 7) What is the typical portion size? Appetizer: 80-120g per serving. Poke/Buddha bowl component: 30-50g per bowl. Salad topping: 20-30g per plate. Stir-fry component: 40-60g per dish. 8) What is the expected yield after preparation? ~100% usable. Already shelled and cleaned. Simply boil for 3-5 minutes or steam. No waste whatsoever. 9) How many portions per pack? For appetizer at 100g per serving: 1kg / 100g = ~10 portions per pack. For bowl topping at 40g: 1kg / 40g = ~25 portions per pack. 10) What is the estimated cost per portion? Pack price RM16.85 per kg. Cost per appetizer (100g) = RM16.85 / 10 = ~RM1.69 per portion. Cost per bowl topping (40g) = RM16.85 / 25 = ~RM0.67 per portion. Margin Intelligence 11) What is the estimated selling price per portion? Edamame appetizer: RM8.00-RM15.00 | Poke bowl (with edamame): RM18.00-RM28.00 | Salad bowl: RM12.00-RM20.00 12) What is the estimated gross margin per portion? Example — salted edamame appetizer at RM10.00: Edamame cost ~RM1.69, seasoning ~RM0.20. Gross margin = (10.00 - 1.89) / 10.00 = ~81.1%. 13) Is this a high-margin or volume-driven item? High-margin appetizer and volume-driven as a bowl/salad component — edamame is one of the most profitable appetizers in Japanese dining with minimal prep cost and high diner perceived value. 14) What type of outlet benefits most from this product? Japanese restaurants (appetizer staple), poke bowl outlets, salad bars, health food restaurants, and hotel buffets where edamame is a high-demand, high-margin item. 15) How can this product improve menu profitability? Zero prep time (already shelled), extremely high margin as appetizer (~81%), serves as plant-based protein option (appeals to health-conscious and vegetarian markets), and can be deployed across multiple menu sections simultaneously. Storage & Handling 16-17) Storage: -18°C or below. 18) Shelf life: 12-24 months frozen. 19) Boil for 3-5 minutes from frozen, or steam for 5-7 minutes. Use within 24 hours after cooking. 20) Risks: Overcooking makes beans mushy. Keep frozen until ready to cook. Do not refreeze once thawed. Compliance & Risk 21) Halal certified (JAKIM + Other). 22) BRC certified. 23) Origin: Imported, packed by Extra Natural. 24) Contains soy (soybean). Naturally gluten-free. Procurement & Operations 25) MOQ: 1 pack (1kg). 26) Reorder: Weekly to bi-weekly depending on volume. 27) Central kitchen: Yes — can be pre-cooked and chilled for rapid deployment to outlets. Comparison & Alternatives 28) Compared to fresh edamame in pod: No podding/shelling needed, no waste from shells (~40% of in-pod weight is shell). Saves significant prep time. 29) Choose shelled for bowl concepts, salads, and cooking; in-pod for traditional Japanese appetizer presentation with shell. 30) Alternatives: Carton version (RM16.16/pack for high volume), fresh edamame in pod (labor-intensive), canned edamame (softer texture). Commercial Summary Block Product: IQF Edamame Bean (1kg) — wholesale frozen vegetable/legume. Pack size: 1kg per pack. Portions/pack: ~10 appetizers (100g) or ~25 bowl toppings (40g). Cost/portion estimate: ~RM0.67-RM1.69 per portion. Selling range (typical): RM8.00-RM28.00 depending on application. Gross margin (example): ~81% on edamame appetizer at RM10.00. Storage: -18°C or below. Certifications: Halal (JAKIM), Halal (Other), BRC. Operational use: Boil 3-5 min from frozen, ready to serve.