Wakame
Buy wakame seaweed | Edible Japanese seaweed
Dried wakame is a type of edible seaweed and sea vegetable known for its deep green and crunchy texture. Wakame seaweed is ideal for soups, and salads and can also work as a side dish, with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or some sesame oil.
Sea vegetables like the wakame seaweed are a crucial part of Japanese and other Asian cuisines. Packed with minerals and vitamins, they are great for heart health and can be used in many Japanese dishes.
The salty, umami-rich taste of our high-quality wakame seaweed makes it the perfect addition to miso soup, but it can also be used to make wakame seaweed salad, a great source of nutrition that can help to improve your diet.
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