It may seem strange to eat the spiny sea urchin, but the tender inside is considered a delicacy around the world—nowhere more than in Sardinia, where you'll find sea urchins of the highest quality. Look for these special items at local seafood specialty stores or online. The Spaghetti ai Ricci di Mare recipe (spaghetti with sea urchins) is enjoyed across Italy's coastal regions, especially in Sardinia, Uni is as symbolic to Sardinians as a summer swim in the crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea.
Start out by preparing the spaghetti. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, in a pot of boiling, generously salted water after adding.
Add a little oil to a sizable nonstick frying pan and sauté the shallot and garlic till tender while the pasta cooks.
Add the wine to the pan and leave to reduce by half, then add the sea urchin.
After draining, add the spaghetti to the pan and toss with the sauce to coat.
Incorporate the parsley last, then season with a little lemon.
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