Short-spined sea urchin

Short-spined sea urchin Encyclopedia illustration

Type

Echinoderms Sea

It has a small, round body with dense short spines.

Habitat

Small spheres with short, dense spines, rich and sweet flavor

It lives in shallow coastal rocks and algae forests.

Taste

Flavor
Rich and savory flesh
Texture
Rich and soft
Dishes
short-spined sea urchin bibimbap, short-spined sea urchin and seaweed soup, Salted short-spined sea urchin roe

Country and language

Ingredient rarity varies by country.

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Initial editorial grades for local ingredient access. Availability varies by region, season and seller.