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Scungilli

Busycon carica (knobbed whelk) or other whelk species Allergens: Shellfish
Scungilli

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Buccinidae
  • Primary Cuisine Italian-American,Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Spring to Fall (varies by species and region)
  • Source Wild-caught sea snail

¿Qué es Scungilli?

An edible sea snail (whelk) typically harvested from North American waters, often prepared stewed or in salads.

¿A qué sabe Scungilli?

Scungilli tiene un sabor briny,mildly sweet,seafood,slightly gamey con aromas ocean,mildly pungent.

Taste
Briny,Mildly sweet,Seafood,Slightly gamey
Texture
Firm,Chewy,Meaty
Aroma
Ocean,Mildly pungent
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 85g
Calories90kcal
Total Fat1g
Saturated Fat0.2g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol40mg
Protein18g
Total Carbohydrate2g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0g
Calcium50mg
Iron4mg
Potassium200mg

El Secreto del Chef

To ensure tender scungilli, cook it slowly over low heat or braise it for an extended period, similar to tough cuts of meat.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Scungilli

El mejor sustituto para Scungilli es Conch, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Very similar texture and briny flavor, often used interchangeably in recipes.

Sustitutos para Scungilli con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Conch Mejor 1:1 Very similar texture and briny flavor, often used interchangeably in recipes.
Calamari (Squid) 1:1 Offers a chewy, meaty texture, but a milder flavor profile.
Clams (chopped) 1:1 Similar briny flavor, but much softer texture; good for stews/sauces.
Octopus (cooked) 1:1 Similar firm, meaty texture, and rich seafood flavor, but pricier.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Scungilli

Often sold canned; if fresh, ensure a fresh ocean smell and no sliminess.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Scungilli?

  • Garlic
  • olive oil
  • lemon
  • white wine
  • pasta
  • hot pepper
  • crusty bread.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Scungilli?

Briny,Mildly sweet,Seafood,Slightly gamey Ocean,Mildly pungent

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Scungilli?

El mejor sustituto es Conch (1:1). Very similar texture and briny flavor, often used interchangeably in recipes.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Scungilli?

Often sold canned; if fresh, ensure a fresh ocean smell and no sliminess.

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