This month, Blue Wave features four chef-favourite products selected by foodservice professionals across Australia - each offering reliable crunch and consistent quality.

Whether you're refreshing your menu or preparing for high-volume service, these products make it simple to plate dishes that look good, taste fantastic, and withstand the pressure of busy kitchens.

1. Crunchy Battered Whiting

Premium Southern Blue Whiting from New Zealand

If you’re after a versatile white fish with wide appeal, Blue Wave’s Crunchy Battered Whiting is an easy win. Sourced from premium Southern Blue Whiting in New Zealand, these fillets offer consistent quality with every serve.

The light, crunchy batter cooks to a golden finish, while the flaky fish remains tender on the inside.

Why kitchens love it:

• Individually packed and ready to cook: no prep, no waste
• Consistent size and taste for dependable plating
• Crisp batter and mild flavour suited to cafés, clubs, pubs, and catering menus

Ideal for: Fish and chips, kids’ meals, share plates, seafood baskets, and busy service settings.

2. Crispy Battered Fish Bites

ASC certified for responsible aquaculture

A crowd-pleaser on every menu, these crispy fish bites are coated in a golden batter that cooks evenly in fryers and ovens alike. Soft inside, crunchy outside, and perfect for quick bites - they’re a versatile favourite among chefs seeking value, speed, and consistency.

Why you’ll love them:

• ASC certified
• Snackable, shareable, and menu-flexible
• Maintains ideal texture even during delivery and catering

Perfect for: Kids’ menus, grazing boards, pub snacks, entrée plates, and function catering.

3. Panko Crunchy Crumbed Squid Rings

Made from premium squid and coated in a perfectly seasoned panko crumb, these squid rings deliver the ultimate crunch. They cook quickly, present beautifully, and maintain their appeal across various menu styles - from casual dining to event catering.

Why kitchens choose them:

• Quick to prepare
• Ideal balance of crunch and flavour
• Remains fresh in salads, bowls, and plated meals

Perfect for: Seafood baskets, bar snacks, summer salads, and high-speed lunch service.

4. Panko Crumbed Stretched Prawns

These panko-crumbed stretched prawns are sure to win over any crowd: golden, crispy, and evenly coated, with a tender, juicy prawn inside. Made from quality prawns that are stretched for even cooking and consistent presentation, they provide reliable results with every batch.

Key benefits:

• Prep-free and portion-controlled
• Uniform appearance for professional plating
• Delivers restaurant-quality crunch in minutes

Ideal for: Entrées, grazing tables, banquets, buffets, and convenient premium extras.

Why These Products Perform So Well

Every Blue Wave product is quality-controlled and developed with foodservice in mind:

• Consistent portion sizes
• Reliable texture and crunch
• Minimal preparation time
• No waste
• Designed to meet consumer expectations and tight service windows

With nearly a century of expertise behind the KB Seafood Co family, Blue Wave ensures every product delivers the same golden crunch, flavour, and value - service after service.

How to Use our Chef Favourites

Looking for menu inspiration?

Here are three chef-approved recipes using this month’s featured products:

• Crunchy Battered Fish Burger

A golden, crunchy whiting fillet served in a soft bun with fresh salad and tangy sauces - a quick and tasty menu hero.

• Panko Crunchy Squid Rings Salad

Crispy squid rings served with fresh greens, vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Ideal for warm-weather menus and light dining.

• Crumbed Prawns Vermicelli Noodle Salad

Golden panko prawns served over vermicelli noodles with crunchy vegetables and a vibrant dressing - a crowd-pleasing bowl packed with texture and colour.

These dishes are quick to prepare, look fantastic, and deliver the flavour customers expect from Blue Wave seafood.

Upgrade Your Menu with Reliable, Quality Seafood

Whether you're expanding your seafood selection or refreshing your menu, our team is here to assist you in choosing the right products for your kitchen.

Contact us to learn more or place an order.