Wild Irish Seaweed Organic Irish Moss/Carrageen Leaves 40 Grams
With delicate fronds and a deep pink colour, Irish Moss has a long history in Western cuisine. It is a good gelling agent suited to desserts and savoury dishes alike.
Organic seaweed from the pristine nutrient rich waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Sustainably harvested when its in season and dried using state of the art drying systems to ensure to ensure an optimal nutrient profile.
Wild Irish Seaweed Organic Irish Moss/Carrageen Leaves 40 Grams
With delicate fronds and a deep pink colour, Irish Moss has a long history in Western cuisine. It is a good gelling agent suited to desserts and savoury dishes alike. It is harvested by hand where it is cut just above the root to ensure the re-growth of the algae.
Other Names: Carragheen, Carraigin, Mastocarpus stellatus.
Type: Red Algae
Taste: Slightly sweet with an intense shellfish flavour.
Texture: Has a pleasant bite to it when gently boiled. Smooth, light texture in sauces and jellies.
Wild Irish Seaweeds have been harvesting wild organic seaweed from the west of Ireland for over 100 years. All our seaweed comes from the pristine nutrient rich waters of the Atlantic Ocean. We use sustainable harvesting methods to ensure our seaweed will regenerate for the generations to come.
We only harvest our seaweed when its in season to ensure the nutrient profile is at its at its richest. We test all our harvest areas for water quality and we dry our seaweed using our state of the art drying systems to ensure the nutrient profile remains intact.
All of the minerals required by human beings, including calcium, sodium, magnesium, potassium, iodine, iron, and zinc are present in sufficient amounts. In addition, seaweeds contains many trace elements. They also contain vitamins as vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), B1, B2, B6, niacin, vitamin C, pantothenic acid, folic acid and trace amounts of vitamin B12.
| Wild Irish Seaweed Organic Irish Moss/Carrageen Leaves 40 Grams | ||
|---|---|---|
| Content | 40 Gram | |
| Land of origin | Ireland | |
| Ingredients | Organic Irish Seaweed Irish Moss/Carrageen | |
| Allergen information | This product is a 100% natural and may contain some grit or crustaceans. If found in the pack, simply remove and wash the seaweed before consumptionThis product contains no added salt. Salt content is due to naturally occuring sodium. | |
| Application | To rehydrate: Soak in cold water for up to 5mins with a little salt Salted: Wash salt off thoroughly before use Fresh: Rinse thoroughly before use Gel: Simmer in milk or water for around 10-20 mins, strain before use. COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: For best results, simmer for around 10 mins before eating (no longer than 30 mins) .For a stiff gel it is possible to simmer for a little longer. Goes well with: citrus, vinegar, ginger, honey Boil/Steam in pasta sauces, with rice/risotto, stews, patties and croquettes. Cold Pickled, added to salads. Thickener Sauces and soups. Gel ice cream, jelly, mousse and blancmange. Or crunch the leaves and sprinkle them over baked potatoes, pizza, pasta and salads. | |
| Additional Info | ||
| Warnings | ||
| Storage instructions | Store in a cool, dry place. | |
| Portion / Portion per package | - | |
| Nutritional value | Amount per portion | Amount per 100 grams |
| Energy | ~ | 903kJ (215 kcal) |
| Fat | ~ | 0.5 gr |
| of which saturated fat | ~ | 0.2 gr |
| Carbohydrates | ~ | 47.3 gr |
| of which sugars | ~ | 0.1 gr |
| Protein | ~ | 13.2 gr |
| Fibers | ~ | ~ |
| Salt | ~ | 2.8 gr |
