Showing Food Cuttlefish
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| Name | Cuttlefish | ||||||||||
| Scientific Name | Sepia | ||||||||||
| Description | Cuttlefish is a marine animal that belongs to the class Cephalopoda, specifically the order Sepiida. The scientific name for cuttlefish is Sepia. Cuttlefish are native to the Mediterranean and East Asian regions (PMID: 29065284). They are mostly consumed in the Mediterranean, East Asia, and the English Channel. Cuttlefish have a unique internal shell, the cuttlebone, and are characterized by their large, W-shaped pupils, eight arms, and two tentacles. They have a brown color, a slightly sweet and chewy texture, and a strong odor. Cuttlefish are rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various minerals, providing several health benefits, including improved heart health and reduced inflammation (PMID: 36803732). The most notable chemical in cuttlefish is melanin, responsible for their brown pigment. Cuttlefish ink, also known as sepia, is used as a natural dye and in traditional medicine. Cuttlefish are often used in culinary dishes, such as risotto al nero di seppia, arròs negre, and chocos com tinta. A peculiar mode of preparation involves using the cuttlefish ink to color and flavor the dish, as seen in black pasta and risotto. | ||||||||||
| Primary ID | FOOD00347 | ||||||||||
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| Group | Aquatic foods | ||||||||||
| Sub-Group | Mollusks | ||||||||||
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| ITIS ID | 82360 | ||||||||||
| Wikipedia ID | Cuttlefish | ||||||||||
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| Content Reference | — U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. 2008. USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 21. Nutrient Data Laboratory Home Page. | ||||||||||