Salt Seasoned Kelp from Hokkaido, Japan
Kelp or Kombu is used in various methods in Japanese cooking. It is used as a base for dashi, rehydrated, sliced and seasoned to be used in rice balls or other dishes, and in this case as a salted condiment or essential ingredient.
Free from chemical preservatives and MSG this Shio-Kombu comes from Hokkaido, the large northern island prefecture of Japan, renowned for its luxury kombu.
This item is a set of two packages.
How to use Shio-Kombu
Shio-Kombu is wonderfully versatile and will add a richness to anything you add it to. You can simply toss it with a salad, marinate raw cruciferous and root vegetables, add it to stir-fry or an omelet.
Here is a very popular recipe for Shio-Kombu.
Cabbage Tossed with Shio-Kombu
Ingredients:
-Cabbage (several firm leaves)
-Hokkaido Shio Kombu (a generous pinch)
-Kuki Yamashichi Pure Sesame Oil (standard or dark roast depending on preference)
-Roasted Golden Sesame Seeds by Wadaman
Preparation:
-Tear the washed and dried cabbage leaves into bite sized pieces.
-Add a generous pinch of Hokkaido Shio-Kombu.
-Add enough Sesame Oil to lightly coat cabbage leaves.
-Toss together and finish with a pinch of roasted sesame seeds.
Pairs well with beer or your favorite refreshing beverage.
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