sea anenome

[English] plural sea anenomes

The popular name of various Actinoid Zoophytes, especially of the genera Actinia, Bunodes, and Sagartia. In France, oplet and beadlet anemones are eaten. The tentacles are removed and they are then turned inside out for cleaning. The walls of the body cavity are cut into pieces, dipped in batter and fried or used in soups.