Egyptian frozen vegetables serve a large and loyal market: Middle Eastern, North African and Asian consumers around the world, as well as mainstream retail and foodservice. Three products lead the range: okra, molokhia and mixed vegetables. All ship year-round from frozen stock.
IQF okra
Okra is frozen whole, as IQF, so pods stay separate. Size is the key specification:
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Zero (extra small) | The smallest, most tender pods — the premium grade |
| Small | Small pods for retail and cooking |
| Medium | Larger pods for foodservice and value retail |
Other quality points: bright green colour, intact pods, trimmed stem ends and limited fibre.
Frozen molokhia
Molokhia (jute-mallow leaves) is a signature dish of Egyptian cuisine. It is sold minced and frozen in blocks or portions, ready to cook. Key points: deep green colour, fine and even mince, fresh aroma and no stems. Retail packs of 400 g are standard, with portion packs and foodservice formats on request.
Mixed vegetables
IQF mixed vegetables are blended to the buyer’s recipe: typical components include carrots, peas, green beans and corn. The ratio of each vegetable and the cut size (for example 10×10 mm dice) are fixed in the specification. We can prepare custom blends for private label.
Packing formats
- 400 g retail bags and packs — printed in the Zaad brand or your own.
- Foodservice packs — 1–2.5 kg bags for kitchens.
- Bulk cartons — for repackers and industry.
Frozen chain and traceability
All frozen vegetables are stored and shipped at −18 °C or colder. Temperature fluctuations cause ice crystals and freezer burn. Every pack carries the production lot and date. A frozen container can combine several products — okra, molokhia, mixed vegetables, French fries and strawberries — which helps smaller importers fill a container.
For ethnic retail, authenticity sells: tender okra zero and fine-minced molokhia with an Egyptian origin on the pack.
See specifications on our frozen okra, frozen molokhia and mixed vegetables pages.
Frequently asked questions
What is okra ‘zero’?
The smallest, most tender grade of okra pods, and the premium retail grade.
How is molokhia sold frozen?
Minced and frozen, typically in 400 g retail packs, with portion and foodservice formats available.
Can you make custom mixed vegetable blends?
Yes. The vegetable ratio and cut size are agreed in the buyer’s specification.
Can I combine several frozen products in one container?
Yes. Frozen products share the same −18 °C condition and can be combined in one reefer.