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Why consume canned Wakame seaweed ?

In this section we will explain why canned Wakame seaweed (Undaria Pinnatifida) is a vegetable with multiple possibilities in our kitchen and how to introduce it into our diet, easy and simple

From Algas de Galicia we will give you all the information and keys you need to start preparing and consuming this product, because we are pioneers in seaweed

As well as the best quality-price ratio on the market in seaweed

For its taste and smell

• Mild sea flavor, but not as intense as other seaweeds, it will give us a touch of seafood or fish but complemented with the rest of the ingredients. It has a soft smell like fresh seafood

Its characteristic texture and shape

• With a long, laminated leaf shape, a certain undulation and a small root, it reaches on average between 1 meter and 1.5 meters.

Its health properties

• The Wakame seaweed is a sea vegetable with macrobiotic qualities that are very beneficial to humans. Its consumption is increasing exponentially due to its low caloric intake and high fiber content, being a very beneficial product for fat loss and providing nutrients to our diet.
  • This seaweed stands out for its high amount of water. Being anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, as well as helping to prevent problems such as constipation.
  • It has a high water content
  • They contain between 6 and 10 times more calcium than milk. Preventing osteoporosis and helping to have strong and healthy bones

How it is used in the kitchen

• Wakame En Conserva: Open the can, empty the remaining liquid, or take advantage to flavor our recipe (easy and simple). Ready for fresh consumption or to add to topo type of recipes.
• Wakame in Preserves:
• For salads: add on top of the salad, providing texture and intensity.

Formats that we recommend

• Dried: it is soaked for 5-10 minutes in warm water, then it can be consumed either raw or cooked in a recipe. Click on the link to access the canned format: Click here.
• Freshed in salt: Much used for being one of the most natural ways, as it is salted as soon as it is washed, so it remains in its original state. Click on the link to access the format in trays: Click here.
• Pickled: to open and serve, use as an accompaniment with rice, meats, salads, etc. Click on the link to access the format: Click here.
• In seasoning: ideal for seasoning our dishes, both those that are already prepared, as to give flavor during cooking: pasta, omelets, stir-fries, salads. It can replace salt: Click here:

In Algas de Galicia we want to help and advise you about the world of seaweed, on this website you will find all the information, properties and characteristics of this "sea vegetable". Do not stay with the doubt and ask us: recipes, characteristics, formats, etc. and we will help you to solve it

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