Dec 16, 2025 · If you've ever been to a seafood market in Japan, you may have seen these spiky creatures hanging out in the bottom of a tank somewhere. This is uni, or sea urchin — a …

May 29, 2023 · The edible part of the sea urchin known as uni has earned its status as a high-end sushi bar treat in Japan and now pretty much everywhere else.

Aug 21, 2024 · Served as nigiri sushi, sashimi, or a luxurious topping, uni is the Japanese name for the edible part of the sea urchin, an ocean delicacy. It’s known for its sweet flavor and …

Learn everything there is to know about uni (sea urchin roe)! Dig into the history, types, and health benefits of this sought-after delicacy with Fulton Fish Market.

Uni (うに), or sea urchin, is a staple ingredient served at high end sushi restaurants around the world. The bright yellowish-orange part of the sea urchin that is actually consumed are the …

Jun 9, 2025 · Uni (pronounced "oou-nee") is one of the most luxurious but polarizing ingredients in Japanese cuisine. It refers to the edible gonads of sea urchins, known for their bright golden …

Jan 12, 2023 · Uni, the Japanese word for sea urchin, is the only edible part of the spiny ocean-dweller. Although often mislabeled as the roe, it's actually the creature's reproductive organs, …

Jul 20, 2025 · Sea urchins are spiny, round creatures from the echinoderm family, related to starfish. They live on ocean floors, feeding on algae and kelp. The edible part, called uni, is …

This is the most important urchin to Okinawa, which has few edible sea urchins. It has strong umami and sweet taste and is comparable to Hokkaido sea urchins. The spawning season is …

Dec 1, 2025 · To truly appreciate these spiny, globular marine animals—relatives of starfish and sea cucumbers—you need to understand how to safely harvest, prepare, and eat sea urchin …