Wakame Dried Sea Vegetable 50g - PRIOR JAPAN EARTHQUAKE
Wakame Sea Vegetable
Wakame (Undaria pinnatifida) is a type of kelp. It's a tasty and valuable seaweed which can be added into soups and stews. Wakame is mainly produced in Japan and the far east though there are now wakame producers in France. It is regarded as a serious pest in New Zealand because it is invading coastal waters.
More and more people are making the commitment to healthier eating and are trying to add more fruits and vegetables to their diets. One diet that’s applauded for its health value is the Japanese diet. The Japanese have one of the longest life spans in the world as well as low rates of obesity and chronic disease. One Japanese food that’s received interest because of its potential health value is wakame seaweed. Although not typically part of many people’s mainstream diet, the Japanese enjoy this vegetable frequently. It’s been a favorite for awhile with the natural foodies worldwide and interest in this healthy vegetable is growing. What are the health benefits of wakame seaweed?
Recent research shows it to have anti-obesity properties and to be very high in EPA, an essential fatty acid.
Wakame is a green seaweed with a slippery consistency and an almost sweet taste. It has a thick band of fibre in the centre which can be easily cut out to give a more palatable effect.
If you make soup with it you could even think you were eating fish soup. It can easily be added in small amounts to lots of cooked dishes such as stir-fries and stews. It's also delicious as a side dish. The Japanese use it as part of miso soup.
Wakame seaweed is a frequently enjoyed sea vegetable in Japan. With its potential health benefits, you may want to consider adding it to your own diet.Just experimenting with it ourselves, will keep you posted and any recipe suggestions are always welcome !
