Scungil - Busycotypus canaliculatus (Whelk)
Shellfish << Scungil
Range:
New England
Seasonality:
Year-round
Method of Capture:
Bycatch of Lobster Trapping
Sustainability Consideration:
This is a small cottage fishery primarily supplying Portuguese and Italian cooks of New York and New England.
Size Range:
1.5 to 3 inches
Flavor and Texture:
Mild, sweet and briny with a dense, chewy texture
Cooking Tips:
boil, then season for use in salads or sauce