Tried Uni for the First Time—Here’s How I Prepped It 🦑

Picked up a live sea urchin at the fish market after hearing so much about uni. The spines were still moving, which was a little intimidating, but I put on thick gloves and got to work. Flipped it over, found the mouth, and used kitchen scissors to cut around the base. The inside was filled with dark liquid, so I drained that out over the sink. The orange roe looked strange but fresh. I scooped it out gently with a spoon and rinsed it in salt water to get rid of any residue. Ate a piece raw right out of the shell—creamy and briny, not what I expected. Added a splash of soy sauce to another piece, which really brought out the flavor. Keeping the rest chilled for later. Definitely a unique experience. #seaurchin #uni #seafood #Food #Cooking