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Uni Sushi: Taste, Grades, and How Chefs Judge Sea Urchin

September 8, 2026August 21, 2026 by Hiro
Golden-orange uni served as gunkan sushi with additional sea urchin in a ceramic bowl

Uni is the edible gonad of sea urchin, prized for its creamy texture, natural sweetness, and umami. Learn about common types, processing, and sushi uses.

Categories Sushi Tags Gunkan Sushi, Japanese Seafood, Japanese Sushi, Sea Urchin, Sushi Ingredients, Uni

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