Achinos Greek name: Αχινός (Ah – hee – NOHS) English name: Urchin, sea urchin About this Animal: Round, spiky and purple-black in color, this creature flourishes in the shallow waters of the Mediterranean, particularly on rockier parts of the seabed (which is why it’s...
Astakos is frequently stewed with tomato, garlic and herbs and served over pasta (a dish called astakomakaronada that is popular at many seafood restaurants). Alternatively it is simply grilled and served with lemon and oil or butter.
