Dehydrated Kombu 50 g Uses in the kitchen Toasted: Baked and crushed in a mortar can be used as a seasoning. Boiled: As a garnish or bed in fish or meat dishes. As an ingredient in the preparation of stews, rices, stews or soups. It has thickening capacity, a very useful quality in the preparation of sauces. The cooking water is excellent in soups, broths, rices, etc. Preparation Hydrated: Soak in water with a little salt for 8 - 10 minutes. When hydrated, it increases 4 times its weight in dry. Cooking: Cook for 35 - 40 minutes.