Ingredient · No. 131

Seaweed

Difficulty Devilish

The secret to savory. A type of marine algae, it's incredibly rich in umami — the 'fifth taste' — due to its high natural glutamate content. It's also one of the best natural sources of iodine, a mineral most people don't get enough of.

Rich in calcium, iron and vitamins & minerals.

Origins

The systematic cultivation of seaweed as a food source is deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of East Asia, particularly Japan and China.

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