{"id":9007564062937,"title":"Vana Japanese Uni","handle":"vana-grade-japanese-uni","description":"\u003cp\u003eVana Uni is a sought-after sea urchin roe, sourced from the famous Toyosu Fish Market in Tokyo, Japan, which is renowned for providing some of the highest-quality seafood in the world. This particular grade of uni, while considered \"C-Grade,\" offers a more affordable option without sacrificing the natural sweetness and briny flavor that uni lovers crave. C-Grade uni typically has a softer texture and may come in smaller or less visually perfect lobes, making it ideal for those looking for great value and authentic Japanese sea urchin for creams, butters, pastas, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Toyosu Uni Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToyosu Fish Market, Japan’s largest wholesale fish market, is known for supplying some of the freshest and most premium seafood globally. Sea urchin from Toyosu, particularly the Vana species, is harvested from cold waters, contributing to its delicate texture and refined taste. While C-Grade uni may not have the pristine appearance of higher grades, its flavor remains rich, sweet, and umami-packed, perfect for chefs and home cooks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e C-Grade Vana Uni offers a balanced combination of sweet, briny, and oceanic flavors with a creamy texture. The uni has a bright orange hue and melts in your mouth, leaving a savory and slightly sweet aftertaste that is less intense but still delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePasta \u0026amp; Risotto\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adds a luxurious, oceanic flavor when stirred into creamy pasta dishes or risottos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauces\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be blended into sauces or emulsions to add umami depth to various dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourcing \u0026amp; Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e The uni is harvested and processed with care, maintaining the high standards set by the suppliers at Toyosu Fish Market. Although it’s classified as C-Grade due to aesthetic imperfections, the taste and freshness remain excellent, making it a highly desirable product for culinary enthusiasts seeking quality at a lower cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the uni refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days of opening to enjoy its optimal flavor and texture. For longer storage, it may be frozen, but this can slightly alter its delicate texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 100 g trays.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-09-17T18:02:21-07:00","created_at":"2024-09-17T18:02:21-07:00","vendor":"Toyosu Fish Market","type":"Seafood","tags":[],"price":2700,"price_min":2700,"price_max":2700,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":45937752015065,"title":"100 g","option1":"100 g","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"C-UNI-JAP","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Vana Japanese Uni - 100 g","public_title":"100 g","options":["100 g"],"price":2700,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"Each: 100 g","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IMG_2519_1200x1200.jpg-Photoroom.png?v=1726621240","\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/sopounicaviarwithpasta-1645733936170_jpg.webp?v=1726621563"],"featured_image":"\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IMG_2519_1200x1200.jpg-Photoroom.png?v=1726621240","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":35873178255577,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.359,"height":883,"width":1200,"src":"\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IMG_2519_1200x1200.jpg-Photoroom.png?v=1726621240"},"aspect_ratio":1.359,"height":883,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/IMG_2519_1200x1200.jpg-Photoroom.png?v=1726621240","width":1200},{"alt":null,"id":35873185399001,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.501,"height":533,"width":800,"src":"\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/sopounicaviarwithpasta-1645733936170_jpg.webp?v=1726621563"},"aspect_ratio":1.501,"height":533,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/sfsf.kitchen\/cdn\/shop\/files\/sopounicaviarwithpasta-1645733936170_jpg.webp?v=1726621563","width":800}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eVana Uni is a sought-after sea urchin roe, sourced from the famous Toyosu Fish Market in Tokyo, Japan, which is renowned for providing some of the highest-quality seafood in the world. This particular grade of uni, while considered \"C-Grade,\" offers a more affordable option without sacrificing the natural sweetness and briny flavor that uni lovers crave. C-Grade uni typically has a softer texture and may come in smaller or less visually perfect lobes, making it ideal for those looking for great value and authentic Japanese sea urchin for creams, butters, pastas, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Toyosu Uni Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToyosu Fish Market, Japan’s largest wholesale fish market, is known for supplying some of the freshest and most premium seafood globally. Sea urchin from Toyosu, particularly the Vana species, is harvested from cold waters, contributing to its delicate texture and refined taste. While C-Grade uni may not have the pristine appearance of higher grades, its flavor remains rich, sweet, and umami-packed, perfect for chefs and home cooks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e C-Grade Vana Uni offers a balanced combination of sweet, briny, and oceanic flavors with a creamy texture. The uni has a bright orange hue and melts in your mouth, leaving a savory and slightly sweet aftertaste that is less intense but still delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePasta \u0026amp; Risotto\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adds a luxurious, oceanic flavor when stirred into creamy pasta dishes or risottos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauces\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be blended into sauces or emulsions to add umami depth to various dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourcing \u0026amp; Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e The uni is harvested and processed with care, maintaining the high standards set by the suppliers at Toyosu Fish Market. Although it’s classified as C-Grade due to aesthetic imperfections, the taste and freshness remain excellent, making it a highly desirable product for culinary enthusiasts seeking quality at a lower cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the uni refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days of opening to enjoy its optimal flavor and texture. For longer storage, it may be frozen, but this can slightly alter its delicate texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in 100 g trays.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
