Chokka | Frozen Box | Wild caught

Your Chokka will arrive frozen, simply store in your freezer (up to 3 months) and use at your leisure. It is best to remove product from packaging to defrost, simply place on a tray in your fridge and allow to thaw slowly.

Any special requests or instructions can be left in the NOTES section at the Checkout. Eg: Your doorbell does not work, you require a phone call before the order arrives, you would like the fillets / steaks vacuum packed seperately or cut into smaller portions etc.

All our chokka is sourced from artisanal squid fishermen, using one jig and line, catching one squid at a time.  This fishing method is highly targeted and there is almost no incidental bycatch or damage to the environment. Chokka are fast growing, and although fishing pressure has increased their population levels and biomass are increasing. We do not source any chokka caught through trawling.

ECOSYSTEM IMPACT : Low

GEAR USED : Hand line jig

SUPPORTING LOCALS : Yes

DISTANCE TRAVELLED : 500km

DOLPHIN / TURTLE IMPACT : None

REPRODUCTION POTENTIAL : Very high

Coriander and Lime Chokka

Chokka can be grilled, fried or braaied, but The Fishwife is here to share her recipe for Coriander and Lime Chokka. You will need:

• 250g chokka
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp coriander (finely chopped)
• 2 limes (juiced)
• 1 tsp sugar
• sushi mayonnaise

Preparation:

1. Cut open the chokka tubes to make fillets.
2. Remove the membrane from the chokka tubes by scoring them with a fork lengthways. Any bit of residue that is retained in the fork can be disposed of.
3. For the heads, remove the beak and cut the eyes off.
4. Combine the olive oil, coriander, lime juice and sugar to make your marinade.
5. Place the scored chokka fillets and your heads in a ziplock bag and pour the marinade into the bag.
6. Seal and allow to marinade for about 5-10 minutes.
7. Remove the heads from the marinade and thread onto a kebab stick for easy turning.
8. Place the chokka fillets on a sealable braai grid which presses closed - this way when the chokka cooks, it will prevent them from curling.
9. Braai on a medium high heat for 5-7 minutes.
10. Enjoy with sushi mayonnaise on the side.

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• Order before 11am and receive your delivery the same day.
• Order after 11am and receive your delivery the following delivery day.
• Please note we do not deliver on Saturday, Sunday and Public holidays
• Re-delivery fee may apply if delivery cannot be taken between delivery times (14:00 - 17:00) without any prior arrangement and a delivery was attempted. Email [email protected] or call 063 666 2802

We are working hard to extend our range. If you live outside our current delivery range but think there is significant demand in your area, please contact us.