Protein Food
Cuttlefish Tentacles
About This Entry
Cuttlefish tentacles are sold separately for quick sauté and grill. High-acid whites and dry sherry flor styles suit garlic and lemon.
Beginner Guide
Brief high-heat cooking; tentacles curl when done.
FAQ
- What is Cuttlefish Tentacles?
- Brief high-heat cooking; tentacles curl when done.
- How should Cuttlefish Tentacles be cooked for best results?
- Do not overcook lean fillets; shellfish should be opaque and firm. Rest fish briefly before serving.
At a Glance
Group
Cephalopods
Classification
Animal Protein Foods
Species
cuttlefish
Scientific name
Sepia officinalis
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Cuttlefish Tentacles
- Classification
- Animal Protein Foods
- Group
- Cephalopods
- Scientific name
- Sepia officinalis
- Species
- cuttlefish
Taxonomy
- Cut type
- portion
- Anatomical cut
- tentacle
- Bone state
- boneless
- Processing state
- fresh
- Fat content
- lean
- Primary cooking methods
- grill, sauté
- Recommended doneness
- well done