Uni / Sea Urchin (Santa Barbara)

Uni—the golden treasure hidden within every sea urchin—is one of the ocean’s most coveted delicacies. Revered by chefs and food lovers worldwide, it delivers a pure, ocean-fresh flavor and a delicate, custard-like texture that’s unlike anything else you’ll ever taste.

Our Santa Barbara uni comes from the red sea urchin (Strongylocentrotus franciscanus), a long-spined species native to the northeastern Pacific, from Alaska down to Baja California. The waters off Southern California—particularly Santa Barbara—are celebrated for producing some of the finest uni in the world. Each urchin is hand-harvested by skilled divers from lush kelp beds at depths of up to 80 feet. The uni is then carefully extracted, preserving its natural beauty and exquisite form.

Enjoying uni is an experience—one that feels both indulgent and unforgettable. Savor it straight from the tray, highlight it in dishes like crudo, nigiri, or chirashi bowls, or let it steal the show as a luxurious garnish on seafood pasta or risotto.

What to Expect:

You’ll receive Premium Uni (also known as B-grade), the same quality often found in high-end sushi bars. Because uni is a natural product, variations in color, texture, size, and piece count may occur depending on season, diet, and ocean conditions. Each tray is packed by weight to ensure consistent value.

200g tray (10 pockets); 100g tray (5 pockets)

Eating Sea Urchins - Ways To Enjoy Santa Barbara Uni

• The most common way to savor sea urchin is by consuming its unprocessed core in the same manner as one enjoys biting into an oyster or sampling sushi. Uni is an essential component in many traditional sushi dishes!
• Boost the intensity of this Santa Barbara uni's flavor by delicately dipping it into soy sauce.
• For a more indulgent experience, try serving it alongside a piece of bread generously spread with butter.
• Alternatively, you could create your own homemade dish by wrapping in nori and sushi rice.
• Uni can also be used to enhance sauces and soups in various ways!

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