Premium Fresh and Frozen Trevally (Jack Fish) Supplier for Seafood Restaurants
Trevally, internationally known as Jack Fish or locally as Ikan Kuwe, is one of the most popular Marine Fish commodities in Indonesia, especially for grilled menus (BBQ). CV Karunia Abadi Semesta provides supplies of fresh and frozen Trevally with consistent sizing. We are the main partner for Jimbaran-style Seafood Restaurants, Hotels, Catering, and support the Free Nutritious Meal Programs requiring nutrient-dense protein sources. With thick meat, firm texture, and distinctive savory taste, our Trevally products guarantee your customer satisfaction. Get full product specifications on our trevally product detail page.
What is Trevally (Kuwe)?
Scientifically, Trevally belongs to the Carangidae family, a large and diverse family of pelagic marine fish including various species of Jacks and Pompanos. The most common and economically high-value genus in the Indonesian market is Caranx, with star species such as Caranx ignobilis (Giant Trevally/GT) and Caranx sexfasciatus (Bigeye Trevally). Morphologically, this fish has a strong, laterally compressed body, shiny silver color, and distinctive sharp scales (scutes) at the base of its tail. It is an aggressive predator and fast swimmer inhabiting tropical coral reefs to open seas.
In the culinary world, Trevally is favored for its exceptional meat characteristics. Trevally meat is clean white to slightly reddish, with a very firm texture and thick fibers. Its main advantage is that the meat does not easily crumble when exposed to high heat, making it the number one choice for grilling or deep frying methods. Unlike other fish that may have many fine bones, the Trevally bone structure is relatively large and easy to separate, making it very user-friendly for family restaurant consumers.
From a nutritional perspective, Trevally is a very efficient source of animal protein for muscle mass building. It is classified as a medium fat fish, but the fat contained is dominated by polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) including Omega-3 and Omega-6 which are good for heart health. Additionally, Trevally is rich in Potassium which helps maintain stable blood pressure, as well as Phosphorus and Calcium for bone health. Its Vitamin D content is also significant, supporting an optimal immune system. Read more about reef fish nutritional profiles on our trevally blog category.
Trevally Products Available
We provide various types of Trevally popular in the market, sorted by quality and freshness:
1. Giant Trevally (GT) / Kuwe Gerong
The most sought-after trevally type for high-end grilled fish restaurants. Has a large head and robust body profile. The meat is very thick and dense. Available in portion sizes (400-600 grams) to jumbo sizes (1 kg and up) for sharing menus.
2. Diamond Trevally / Kuwe Lilin
Has a flatter body shape and very smooth shiny skin like wax. Its fins often trail long. The meat is slightly softer compared to GT, very suitable for Steamed (Tim) menus or Woku style cooking.
3. Bigeye Trevally / Kuwe Mata Besar
Known for its large eyes and relatively smaller body compared to GT. Often an economical choice for catering menus or seafood rice boxes. The taste is savory and sweet.
4. Bluefin Trevally / Kuwe Rambe
Features beautiful bluish patterns or blue spots on its fins and body. Its meat is considered one of the tastiest among the Trevally family, often served in specialized seafood restaurants.
5. Trevally Fillet & Steak
We also provide custom cut services into fillets or steaks for industrial or hotel needs desiring practicality without bone waste.
Nutritional Value of Trevally per 100 Grams
Trevally provides solid nutritional intake for your consumers:
- Protein: 20 - 22 grams (High protein).
- Fat: 3 - 5 grams (Healthy fats).
- Potassium: Supports muscle and nerve function.
- Vitamin A: Good for eye health.
- Calcium: Important for strong bones.
Business Benefits of Using Trevally
For Grilled Fish Restaurant owners, Trevally size consistency is crucial for determining the selling price per portion. Our products, which have gone through strict grading, help you control COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) more accurately. Additionally, the excellent durability of Trevally meat makes it ideal for display in restaurant ice counters without getting mushy or physically damaged quickly, attracting customers' appetites.
Why Choose Trevally from CV Karunia Abadi Semesta?
We are committed to providing the best Trevally with the following advantages:
- Daily Catch: The majority of our stock comes from local fishermen landing fish daily, guaranteeing fresh eyes and gills.
- Formalin Free: 100% guarantee free from harmful preservatives. Your customers' food safety is our priority.
- Cold Chain System: Fish are immediately iced or enter the Air Blast Freezer (ABF) immediately after sorting to lock in quality.
- Uniform Size: We perform precise size sorting (e.g., 500-700g, 700g-1kg) according to your kitchen requests.
- Maintained Cleanliness: Fish are washed clean of excess slime before packaging.
Culinary Inspiration and Trevally Dishes
Its thick meat makes Trevally very flexible to cook:
- Jimbaran Grilled Trevally: Legendary menu with spicy soy sauce or yellow spice marinade.
- Woku Belanga Trevally: Manado specialty dish with fragrant leaf spices.
- Trevally Head Curry: Utilizing the large and fatty GT head.
- Nyonya Steamed Trevally: Steamed with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.
- Dabu-Dabu Fried Trevally: Deep fried served with fresh tomato sambal.
- Pesmol Trevally: Savory and fresh sour yellow pickled spice.
Product Specifications
Technical details for your Quality Control:
| Parameter |
Specification Details |
| Latin Name |
Caranx ignobilis, Caranx sexfasciatus, Alectis indicus |
| Trade Name |
Giant Trevally (GT), Kuwe, Bubara, Jack Fish |
| Origin |
Java Sea, Sunda Strait, Sulawesi |
| Product Form |
Whole Round, Gutted, Fillet, Steak |
| Size |
300/500g, 500/800g, 800g/1kg, 1kg Up, 2kg Up |
| Condition |
Fresh Chilled or Frozen |
| Packaging |
Styrofoam Box (Fresh) or PE Plastic + Sack/Carton (Frozen) |
Our Trevally Product Advantages
- Convex, clear eyes, and pitch black pupils (sign of freshness).
- Gills are fresh liver red, not brown or cloudy slimy.
- Elastic meat, immediately returns to original shape if pressed.
- Shiny skin and scales (scutes) on the tail are still intact.
- No rotten smell or ammonia odor.
Customer Testimonials
Our business partners are satisfied with our product consistency:
"Our restaurant specializes in grilled fish, so fish size is vital. If too small guests complain, if too big we lose money. Taking Trevally from CV Karunia, the size is accurate 600-700 grams per fish. Quality is also fresh, eyes still clear."
— Seafood Restaurant Owner, Muara Karang
"For premium catering menus, I use Diamond Trevally (Kuwe Lilin) fillets. The meat is white and very soft when steamed. My clients love it because it's not fishy and doesn't have many bones."
— Premium Catering Owner, South Jakarta
"Frozen GT stock from here is like new fish quality. When grilled, the meat is still juicy and sweet. Very helpful for restaurant operations during high wave seasons when fresh fish is hard to get."
— Hotel Purchasing Manager, Anyer
Availability and Shipping
We guarantee fish arrive in your hands in optimal temperature conditions:
1. Greater Jakarta Area (Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi):
- Small Orders (< 50kg): Shipped using instant motorbike couriers (Gojek, Grab, Lalamove). Fish packed in thick bags with plenty of ice cubes.
- Bulk Orders (100kg and up): Must use car fleets or Thermo Trucks (Refrigerated) to maintain maximum freshness.
2. Java & Bali Islands:
- Train Expedition (KALOG): Overnight service (one night delivery).
- Refrigerated Truck (Dakota/Indah Cargo): Routine delivery for restaurant/hotel stocks.
3. Outer Islands (Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi):
- Air Cargo (Port to Port): Priority shipping for fresh Trevally.
- Sea Container (Reefer): Economical solution for bulk frozen trevally shipping.
Our Client List
We are proud to be suppliers for:
- Free Nutritious Meal Programs: Quality marine fish protein supply.
- Seafood & Grilled Fish Restaurants: Main menu of Grilled and Spiced Trevally.
- Hotels & Resorts: BBQ Night and A La Carte menus.
- Wedding & Event Catering: Grilled fish stall menus.
- Modern Fish Markets: Supply for retail traders.
- B2C Consumers: Fresh fish stock for home cooking.
Quality Warranty and After-Sales Service
We provide a 1x24 hour return guarantee if the received product has sunken/red eyes, pale gills, or smells rotten (include unboxing video). Contact the CV Karunia Abadi Semesta team for stock consultation and daily prices via the Contact Us page.
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Ensure your signature seafood menu uses the best raw materials. Contact us now to get competitive wholesale Trevally price offers.