VITAMINSEA Irish Sea Moss Dried Seaweed | Wild North Atlantic Seaweed for Snacking, Seasoning, Soups & Salads | Rich in Vitamins, Minerals

Brand: VITAMINSEA

Irish moss is not actually a "moss" but a type of seaweed that has been used for centuries in Ireland (hence the name) as a healing sea vegetable used in soup broths that may help fortify and strengthen malnourished individuals. During the Irish famine in the mid-1800s, seaweeds became a main supplement of nutrition for the Irish people, playing a significant role as an abundant, easily harvested and prepared source of sustenance throughout this historical food shortage. Irish moss is a nutrient-rich sea vegetable that contains the thickening agent carrageenan. Carrageenan is used industrially in dairy products such as ice cream as well as processed meats. Nutritional Values Irish moss is rich in protein vitamin A iodine iron sodium phosphorus magnesium calcium copper sulfur antioxidants Culinary Uses Irish Moss is the oldest seaweed in the industry. Long associated with Ireland and Scotland, it is often referred to as carrageenan. It has been revered for centuries for its gelling properties. To create 'Blancmange', Irish moss can be boiled with sugar and milk, then cooled to form a pudding. The carrageenan agent is released during the boiling process and is used worldwide in ice cream, toothpaste, instant puddings, jams, and jellies. Beer breweries use it in large quantities! Irish moss can be used at home to thicken soups, stews, chowders, gravies, salad dressings, pies, jellies, jams, and casseroles. To make Irish sea moss gel, start with 2 oz. of your whole, wild-caught sea moss. Thoroughly rinse away any sand and debris then soak up to 24 hours in spring water. The size of the sea moss will multiply. Do a final rinse and cut up longer pieces to protect your blender blade if necessary. Add your soaked sea moss and up to 2 cups of spring water to blend. Place in a jar and refrigerate. It can last for several weeks.

• The Most Powerful Plant On Earth: Irish Moss is a well balanced red seaweed that we’re very excited to offer in whole leaf, flakes, or powder form. It is a dark red, almost purple seaweed that is wildly popular in making sea moss gel. Irish Moss is an excellent source of trace elements, iodine, protein, vitamin A, iron, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, copper, and sulfur.
• Mild & Salty Flavor: Irish Moss seaweed has a slimy texture and a slightly sweet, salty taste with a hint of umami. Dried Irish Moss has the most concentrated flavor. Once cooked, the flavor is milder, and becomes very gelatinous, making it the perfect thickener for soups, stews, chowders, gravies, salad dressings, pies, jellies, jams, and casseroles.
• From The Sea To Your Plate: Experience the most nutrient dense ingredient that gives a flavor packed twist to any meal. Use Irish Moss whole leaf to make a gel or blend into smoothies. Sprinkle flakes over your favorite salads, stir-frys, or fish dishes. Mix the dried powder into baked goods, such as muffins, cookies, or bread.
• Unique Health Benefits: Seaweed is low in fat, cholesterol free, packed with macronutrients, and rich in iodine, a critical nutrient for maintaining a healthy thyroid that is not found in many other foods. Known as a superfood, red seaweed is an amazing source of antioxidants and a popular addition to those following a vegan, vegetarian, kosher, or raw diet.
• Sustainably Harvested: Here at Vitamin Sea, we sustainably harvest our seaweed by hand from the cold pristine waters off the coast of Maine. We make sure that our harvesting methods are environmentally friendly, protect the seaweed and maintain it at optimal freshness. *This is a wild harvested product. We cannot guarantee the wild harvested seaweed is free from small shells or pebbles.

Size: 16 Ounces