Sell Large Tuna Head – Split / Whole (Per Piece) for Curry & Floss Industry
CV Karunia Abadi Semesta provides large Tuna Heads (Jumbo Size) which are high-value production by-products. Available in whole condition or split in half for easy processing. This product is the main raw material for legendary menus like Fish Head Curry (Gulai Kepala Ikan) in Padang Restaurants or Woku Fish Soup. Additionally, tuna heads are sought after by the processing industry to extract leftover meat (trimmings) as raw material for economical fish floss. Check the stock of this product on our tuna fish page.
Detailed Tuna Head Product Specifications
- Product Name: Kepala Tuna / Tuna Head.
- Size: Large (Average 1 Kg to 3 Kg per head).
- Cut Variants: Split (Ready to Cook) or Whole.
- Condition: Frozen.
- Meat Content: Cheek Meat, Collar, and tuna eyes.
- Target Market: Padang Restaurants, Seafood Stalls, Fish Floss Factories, Animal Feed Industry.
Nutritional Value Per 100g
Tuna heads are rich in specific nutrients not found in the loin section:
- Collagen: Very High. Found in skin, cartilage, and tissues around the eyes. Good for skin and joint health.
- Omega-3 (DHA): Highest concentration of DHA is often found in the eyes and head cavity.
- Protein: Tuna cheek meat is the tenderest part and high in protein.
- Natural Gelatin: Makes cooking broth thick and naturally savory.
Product Advantages Based on Field Experience
- Exquisite Broth Taste: Based on Padang restaurant chef experience, boiling tuna heads produces a broth that is much more savory and richer compared to using only body meat, thanks to its collagen and natural fat content.
- Cheek Meat (Delicacy): The tuna cheek hidden inside the head has a texture as soft as wagyu beef, becoming the main attraction for fish head culinary connoisseurs.
- Industrial Economic Value: For floss factories, one large tuna head still holds 20-30% of meat trimmings that can be harvested (meat harvesting) at a very low raw material cost.
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Usage Suggestions (B2B & B2C)
Tuna head is the star for strong-spiced dishes:
- Padang Restaurant: Mandatory Menu Snapper/Tuna Head Curry with thick yellow coconut milk gravy.
- Manado Cuisine: Woku Belanga Tuna Head or fresh Sour Soup.
- Food Industry: Raw material for natural Fish Stock or Tuna Floss ingredients.
- Pet Food: Cheap quality protein source for dog/cat food (after boiling).
CV Karunia Abadi Semesta, Best Seafood and Meat Distributor
CV Karunia Abadi Semesta ensures hygienic handling of tuna heads. Products are immediately frozen after cutting to prevent spoilage in the gills, so they remain fresh when arriving at your kitchen.
Logistics Information & FAQ
Minimum Order: 1 Sack (Contains several heads) or Per Piece (For Retail).
Packing: Plastic sack or thick plastic.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Are the gills removed?
Our standard is usually gills attached (whole), but we can request gill removal for large orders to prevent bad odors.
- How to remove the fishy smell?
Fish heads need extra handling. Wash the blood thoroughly, then marinate with lime and salt for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
- Looking for curry recipe inspiration?
Visit our tuna fish category blog.
Contact Us and Order Now
Get Jumbo Tuna Heads for your restaurant's signature curry menu. Contact CV Karunia Abadi Semesta now for stock availability.
Updated: January 2026