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Species Name
Parrotfish
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Latin Name
Calotomus carolinus
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Origin
Sea Of Cortez
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
Southern California & Mexico
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Producer
Baja Peninsula Fleet
Range & Habitat
Creamy, Light Sea Flavor
The "Roe" is the edible part of the Urchin, which is actually the reproductive structure of the animal. It has a light yellow color and a brilliant light "Sea" Flavor. The Uni can be eaten Raw, or lightly cooked for flavoring of other seafood dishes, sauces, custards, and even ice cream. A culinary favorite of Sushi and Asiatic Cuisine. Raw, Sushi, Creamed for Sauces.
Clean, Complex Earthiness
The Red Grouper is a very versatile species. It is an opportunistic eater and gains a brilliant flavor. Sweet like crab and earthy like mollusks.
Ceviche, Steam, Saute, Pan Roast.
Moderate, Firm, Flaky, Clean
Baquetta is a great option in the Grouper realm. Flavorful and sweet with a great tooth to the cooked flesh. Deep red lines in the white to pink fillet offer a complexity of flavor without tasting bitter or "off". Baquetta can grow large and offer "baseball" cuts, or 3-5 lb fish can yield a beautiful plank.