When eaten as sushi, they are often served with quail egg. Winter is considered the best season for them. The best quality sea urchin sushi is taken directly from a live animal, rather than being frozen. The west coast of the [[United States]] is one of the world's leading sources. <ref>http://www.sushifaq.com/sushi-items/sushi-items-uni.htm</ref> | When eaten as sushi, they are often served with quail egg. Winter is considered the best season for them. The best quality sea urchin sushi is taken directly from a live animal, rather than being frozen. The west coast of the [[United States]] is one of the world's leading sources. <ref>http://www.sushifaq.com/sushi-items/sushi-items-uni.htm</ref> |