Seabits

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Seabit is a very obscure term originating from the New Mexico/Texas border to define any non-kosher form of seafood, which is more often than not a mollusc, shrimp, or a cephalopod. Seabits is usually defined as a medley of these creatures.

Seabits are a popular addition to soups and salads, especially in Latin America countries. Seabits are slowly gaining acceptance in America and Canada, where the influx of the Latino and Asian cultures are helping to introduce this valuable foodsource.

In order for a seafood to qualify as a seabit, at least 65% of the entire creature must be considered edible. This is especially evident in cephalopods, such as squid and octopus, which are usually 85% pure edible meat. When it comes to molluscs, such as mussels and clams, the weight of the shells are not considered into this equation.

"Seabit" is not an indication of size. For instance, a popcorn shrimp would be defined as a "tiny seabit" and a colossal squid would be correctly addressed as a "giant seabit".

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