There are estimated to be 950 species of sea urchins, which are part of a broader group of sea creatures that include starfish, brittle stars, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers. All sea urchins are edible; however, some have a higher toxin concentration in their spines than others. There are two things to look for when…
Have you found yourself wondering if you can eat black sea urchins? Maybe these spikey creatures are next on your bucket list of adventurous foods, or perhaps you want to argue a point with a friend? Whatever your reason, the answer you are looking for is closer than you think. Black sea urchins are not…
Sea urchin, or uni, has become quite a delicacy lately. Having been consumed in Japan for centuries, if not more, sea urchins as a meal only found their way to western shores in recent years. It’s especially popular as sushi or with pasta. But there are some things you should know about this delicacy. For…
There are countless weird and wonderful creatures that humans eat with a certain ferocity. Many strange foods that some of us would steer clear away from are considered delicacies. Some of these unusual creatures are eaten live, and while this may seem strange, there is usually a good reason for this. Sea urchins are a…
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