Meet… Uni.
Although less common in retail, Ensui (wet pack), is the best way to order Uni. Uni packed dry on trays first has to be treated or washed with a preservative so it can maintain its shape and rigidity. Ensui on the other hand is organic and chemical free. So what's the liquid? It's a saltwater mixture which is made to replicate the seawater where the urchin is harvested. No chemicals at all. Using this method ensures the uni retains not only its most true flavor profile (merrior) but also allows it to maintain its natural texture and mouthfeel. It's the closest experience to shucking an urchin and eating the uni right on the water!
Uni Ensui Packs | Shipped in 100g units
Up to 5 days in the refrigerator and can be frozen.
Tradewind Seafood
Tradewind Seafood provides the highest quality Sea Urchin (Uni) and various other seafood from the Channel Islands located off the coast of Santa Barbara in Southern California. The uni that are harvested from the Santa Barbara waters are often refereed to be one of the best in the world and go for some of the highest prices within the Japanese fish market.
Product landed in Santa Barbara, CA and shipped out of Oxnard, CA
Uni - Santa Barbara (Ensui)
Santa Barbara, CA
Sale price$89.99
for 1 pack (100 grams)
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Meet… Uni.
Although less common in retail, Ensui (wet pack), is the best way to order Uni. Uni packed dry on trays first has to be treated or washed with a preservative so it can maintain its shape and rigidity. Ensui on the other hand is organic and chemical free. So what's the liquid? It's a saltwater mixture which is made to replicate the seawater where the urchin is harvested. No chemicals at all. Using this method ensures the uni retains not only its most true flavor profile (merrior) but also allows it to maintain its natural texture and mouthfeel. It's the closest experience to shucking an urchin and eating the uni right on the water!
Uni Ensui Packs | Shipped in 100g units
Up to 5 days in the refrigerator and can be frozen.
Tradewind Seafood
Tradewind Seafood provides the highest quality Sea Urchin (Uni) and various other seafood from the Channel Islands located off the coast of Santa Barbara in Southern California. The uni that are harvested from the Santa Barbara waters are often refereed to be one of the best in the world and go for some of the highest prices within the Japanese fish market.
Product landed in Santa Barbara, CA and shipped out of Oxnard, CA
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Paula B.
Fresh, great tasting uni. The brine packing makes all the difference. Better than other shipping places.
richard a.
Made uni Pasta. Great
Wayne S.
Very High quality
GABRIEL N.
Love it but shipping is too expensive.
Jennifer L.
Excellent quality, 10 on flavor and freshness. With shipping charges it is about same expense as sushi restaurant, but for the quality, will definately order again. Ordered Sunday eve, received earlyFriday am. Thank you!
Jeffrey R.
I wanted to try the best Uni, because I had never tried it before. I’m really into sushi, sashimi is my favorite, so I wanted to add this to my repertoire.
I definitely wasn’t disappointed, the freshness, and the way it was delivered was definitely above par! Something you would look for in fresh seafood…
Amy W.
So good and fresh!!! I would recommend you buy 2 containers at the least if you are planning on sharing. I did not share and ate 2 on my own in 24 hours LOL I also ate mine with some sticky rice and soy sauce but mostly just straight up by them selves. So so so good! And delivery was perfect, on time. Thank you, and will order more soon!
edward p.
Fresh and so good!
Hoi C.
Was a bit skeptical before I order. Sea urchin required complete freshness and they delivered this perfectly in sea water! It was very fresh and yummy!
Michael W.
Primo SB uni delivered in a timely fashion. Delicious, bright yellow.
Natalie F.
Very fresh and tasty, one thing is the solution makes the taste very salty.
Kelly B.
Uni was beyond amazing!
C
Sweet the best Uni
Michael W.
Arrived as promised fresh on ice. It was delicious and bright whether in gunkan sushi or scrambled eggs or in a rice bowl. Absolutely the best Uni anywhere. Thanks!
Roger L.
They came late. I was told to dump them. Instead I ate them. They were delicious. Don’t send the new ones this week, because I ate the last ones and they were just fine. Thank you.
richard u.
Arrived when scheduled, Excellent!
Debby B.
these are the best and freshest. we love them.
Michael W.
Yummy and juicier than you’d think these uni are delicious beyond expectations
Five
Please invite me back. Delicious
Panpan G.
Excellent product, arrived on time
Junko Y.
Uni was definitely the highlight of my Japanese style New Year’s Food. I liked the flavor better after rested them overnight in a fridge after getting out of the water. It was much richer in flavor.
Michael
THIS IS REALLY GREAT UNI
I love uni. I’ll eat Hokkaido uni, but Santa Barbara Uni is the best IMHO. E-Fish ships Ensui style, which means the uni is packed in water. I was skeptical the first time I ordered but I’m sold — ensui is definitely the best way to ship.
I have ordered this Uni maybe 6 or 7 times. It has been perfect every time.
thomas h.
Love your Uni . This order was thrown away at your instruction because it was six days late in delivery due to bad weather over Christmas. Thank you for replacing it and hopefully it’ll be there before New Year’s.
Lionel M.
Amazing! Great packaging and perfect clear instructions on use and safe storage. I felt like I was receiving your favorite child with all the detailed care instructions. And great taste. Thanks
Judy S.
Wonderful uni!!! Loved every bite!
Angelica G.
Amazing
Melina M.
Delicious, fresh and arrived super fast!
Maria Teresa M.
We made poached oysters with uni and caviar and it was an incredible explosion of flavors and texture
April H.
I prepare and eat uni
Over sushi rice, in risotto, and I pasta. This unit is fantastic. I have only recently started buying uni online and have never received it in liquid but the uni I received from this provider is amazing and I am enjoying it. I will be a repeat patron.
mark l.
I purchased the Love point Oysters, Uni and Kaluga Caviar. We take the oysters and place a few drops of Patron silver Tequila on them. Then we place a half piece of UNI, finely chopped cilantro, and chives, then top them off with the Kaluga Caviar! One of the most amazing things I have ever created and eaten.
Emery P.
The service form Jessica was FANTASTIC! Will highly recommend to all my friends! Emery
Michael W.
Delicious as always!
James L.
Had to get 200 grams just for me!
Marc O.
It was a huge hit at our annual shrimp boil that we put on every Labor Day. There were 15 of at the party and 12 people tried including some that thought would ever try it. The main thing was the texture that was hard to get by for most but taste was amazing. Definitely will purchase again!
Anatoly V.
The best uni i ever head
richard u.
To late for a photo, great product, I will be ordering again soon. I don't know that I have had it that fresh ever.
Doiglas M.
Super fresh...amazing taste...delivery was high quality.
Eun K.
It is really fresh and delicious. I will definitely buy it again next time.
hisham s.
First shipment arrived thawed because of UPS delay! No problem, a new shipment was on the way. The Uni arrived beautifully fresh and full of umami. We are one pack fresh with sticky rice and the second with Pasta. Great product, excellent service.
Susan R.
There was an email announcing that delivery would be a day before it actually happened (and another one on the actual day). Delivery was in the morning, and everything was cold.
I did have difficulties opening the plastic container, and sent a panicked email for advice, but picked another implement and opened the container before I got the very prompt response.
I was especially happy that the smaller 100 gr package was available because I’m not very familiar with uni and wasn’t sure I would like it all that well.
Wai C.
Taste great and very clean uni.
Michael B.
My Uni arrived in perfect condition as always. Santa Barbara Uni is definitely the best.
Wendy G.
OMG! The uni was so fresh and so tasty!! It came in two little plastic containers, swimming in a bit of salt water which preserved the fresh taste. I ate it with freshly cooked steamed rice. So good! Will definitely order again!
Cara B.
Uni was fresh and delicious. I’ve ordered it several times as I cannot find it in sushi bars anymore. Love eating it over rice. Tastes so buttery and a bit salty.
Ruth R.
Expensive - and worth every penny. Gorgeous uni.
Idit D.
Excellent
Wayne S.
I've never had Uni shipped this way. It's makes a huge difference.
Isabel G.
Deliciously fresh… we had them on crackers with a light onion, cilantro and chili sauce… good sake and great company!
Anne M.
Your uni is always a winner. So fresh and delicious
Hanna E.
Just amazing uni! No metallic flavor at all. Putting my next order right now!
david m.
Portion is too small
Heather C.
The uni was amazing. Each piece was sizeable and so fresh. I will for sure be ordering again and again and again!
Luca C.
First time order. Uni were super fresh and delivered on time!
Though being myself from Italy and its Mediterranean sea I found these sea urchins more bland in their taste, but they were creamy and delicate. Our are very intense and with lot of taste. The ocean isn't salted as Mediterranean sea so it's normal that the taste is affected, too. I honestly do not understand those recipes that have the Uni prepared with creme Fraiche or othermilky products (sour cream, heavy cream), they overwhelm the already super delicate taste of this item. All you need is a great Italian EVO, little garlic, Calabrian chili and parsley. The best use of this specific item is the fresh sushi, not even to use with the soy sauce or wasabi which, again would overwhelm the delicate taste. I recommend this product mainly for raw sushi.
Michael W.
More please sir. Delicious and perfect texture. Looks like a tongue tastes like an ocean
Anastasiia K.
Arrived on time and in perfect condition. Superb quality, amazing taste. Will definitely be ordering again.
Joyce S.
This was a real treat especially in the desert (AZ). Uni is one of my all time favorite foods and this was the freshest Uni other than buying it off the boat in WA. Simply the Best!
Akiko E.
We enjoyed it very much!!
Kenneth A.
stunning freshness.....
Panpan G.
On time delivery, fresh out of the see water, excellent service and product.
Renee R.
Excellent quality. We are still eating it. good job
Lapco L.
Overall was outstanding and on time for the delivery. Excellent product for the Ensui Uni. A little costly. Will buy again more frequently if they offer discounts.
Santel P.
Properly packed and fresh. Wish for a little more in the package, but was enough to feed 6 in a rich sauce. Well Done.
Gerald I.
Perfect Uni.
Good follow up on delivery.
Boris G.
Beautiful sea urchin. Cooked it with tagliatelle. Next time will have to purchase more.
Dave S.
It was shipped really fast, with dry ice blocks and lots of other protective insulation. I couldn't have asked for better. My sister went apeshit when she saw what I got her for a little present. She loves uni.
Xuexi C.
Delicious, big pieces of uni.
Perry F.
The uni was fresh and sweet. Wonderful service
James F.
Excellent product. Bought it as a gift for my mom. She truly enjoyed the uni. Ultra fresh and taste of the sea. She was impressed by the care taken to pack the product.
Sara W.
We love Efish! Everything we’ve ever ordered is always super fresh and great delivery timing.
Jana B.
I love the sea urchin. It is very fresh. I'll buy again.
Brian N.
Delicious, fresh uni. The customer service was super helpful when my order got delayed by a day and they got it rerouted for a Saturday delivery. Everything was still cold and ice packs did their job.
carol b.
This is the second time I am ordering the uni and it is the best!
Made uni sushi !!
Will e ordering again!
Ali M.
Top rated product quality and delivery
Michelle C.
The uni was super fresh and having all the uni to myself seemed like such a treat :) One of the containers chipped a little when it was sent to me so the saltwater spilled out but I ate that container first and there was no impact to the taste. Would definitely order again. I like how the fishermen don't go fishing until the order is placed but does mean that sometimes your order won't be available on an specific date.
Charles C.
The UNI was fresh & whole pieces swimming it seemed in sea-water. PERFECT! Had it three ways; on a spoon with caviar, on a spoon with just aged soy & a twist of lemon & UNI toast on a French baguette slice with a lemon-chili oil aioli!
thomas h.
The best and freshest Uni I have ever had. It was so wonderfully sweet and excellent and taste. Nothing like it. I would order it over and over again.
Edouard S.
Delicious!
Jason R.
Each 100 gram tub contained mostly nice whole pieces, more that you ever get in a 5 slot tray. We got 10 whole pieces per tub, plus some pieces of pieces. Good for a bunch of uni shooters (sake, tobiko, a touch of green Tabasco, quail egg). Down as a shot. Ummmmm good! We liked this new Ensui form of delivery.
Victoria M.
Ordered this beautiful Santa Barbra Uni and it arrived in a flash. So well packed and fresh, was delighted to find it from the folks at E-Fish. Served it once a "just Uni" and the next night added it to a pasta dish. this Uni was remarkably sweet and soft and fresh. If you like Uni you gotta order yourself some of this.
Mark M.
Fresh & fabulous
Grace M.
Squid and uni so fresh it melts in your mouth. Uni was large and fresh and non-metallic in taste. AAAAAAmazing as usual!
Jason Z.
The Chinese old saying:“ food, clothes, housing, transportation “ are the most important things in life!” Nothing is like share good food with people who I love the most.wouldn’t you agree?
Hiro N.
Delicious and what else can I say?
Abdi K.
Better Uni than any sushi restaurant. So fresh.
Thank you E Fish.
Sinyin E.
Came right on time. Uni was fresh and tasty. Packaging super protective. The customer service was also very on top of the logistic making sure that the product came on time.
Neil V.
Fresh and as advertised
Mark M.
The quality of the food was excellent, the price was fair. If I could make one recommendation I would say better communication on shipping and how long it’s gonna take that’s accurate.
When I send emails and ask questions no response
Alena Z.
The freshest uni ever!!!!
Michael G.
Great with beluga and Cristal
Jose V.
Delivered promptly and product arrived in great shape. It was delicious
Michelle C.
I order several things and everything came nicely packaged and quickly as promised. The Uni, specifically, was amazing. I’m a long time eater of uni and this was some of the best in taste and texture. It comes wonderfully packaged . You guys do a great job! Thanks for making great uni accessible.
Jason C.
This was some of the best Uni I’ve ever had!
Chance M.
Absolutely The Best Uni !!!!
FANG CHI NADIA C.
Fresh, quality product !
Sally T.
Taste very fresh and yummy
Steve
Amazing! Practically melts in your mouth. So rich and creamy!
Nick L.
Love uni
Ayako N.
Best Uni I ever eat !!!
Jianing H.
Super fresh and wife loves it. BTW, She is a very picky eater.
carol b.
The uni was great
tina p.
the quality and the taste of this uni is amazing! and what made the experience so amazing is the thorough packaging and someone from their team even reached out to make sure i received my order! i highly recommend anyone order through this company!