Frozen cauliflower

Physical characteristics

Appearance: Clear, white to creamy white color, uniform throughout the product.

size:

Flowers: Uniform size, usually defined as small (10–20 mm), medium (20–40 mm), or large (40–60 mm).

Cuts: whole inflorescences or specific cuts as required (eg sliced ​​or rice-sized).

Consistency: Firm when frozen, crumbly but firm when cooked, no mush.

Defects:

Discoloration: <5% discolored pieces (eg yellowing or browning).

Foreign material: None (no leaves, stems, dirt or insects).

 

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2. Chemical and food standards

Nutritional value (per 100 g, approximate):

Calories: 20-25 kcal

Protein: 1.5–2 g

Carbohydrates: 4–5 g

Fiber: 2 g

Vitamin C: High content.

Additives: No preservatives; usually just cauliflower.

Pesticides: Meets local and international food safety standards.

 

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3. Microbiological standards

Total plate count: <100,000 CFU/g.

Coliforms: <100 CFU/g.

E. coli: Absent.

Listeria: Absent.

Salmonella: Missing in 25 g.

 

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4. Processing and freezing

Harvesting: Fresh cauliflower, free of pests and diseases, harvested at optimal maturity.

Preparation:

Prune to remove leaves and stems.

Wash thoroughly to remove dirt and contaminants.

Blanching: Brief heat treatment to preserve color, texture and nutrients.

Freezing: Individual quick freezing (IQF) for loose, free-flowing pieces.

Moisture Control: No excess ice crystals or freezer burn.

 

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5. Packaging

Materials: Food-grade, moisture-proof and tamper-proof packaging.

Weight options: 250g, 500g, 1kg or bulk packs.

Labeling:

Product name (eg \”Frozen Cauliflower Flowers\”).

Net weight.

Nutritional information.

Storage instructions (eg, store frozen at -18°C or below).

Expiry date or best by 09/09/2026

Country of origin Bulgaria

 

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6. Storage and expiration date

Storage temperature: -18°C or lower.

Shelf life: Typically 12–24 months when stored properly.

 

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7. Defect tolerance and quality

Discoloration: <5% multicolored pieces.

Size uniformity: At least 90% of the florets conform to the specified size.

Foreign material: None.

Blemishes: Minimal, within tolerance levels (eg <3% surface defects).