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“Feamainn”
An invasive seaweed Bearing the delicate appearance The long fronds of Kelp are
found around many of lace, this sea weed is native to a regular sight on the storm
coastal regions and harbors in the west of Ireland. Today its health swept beaches of Ireland's west coast.
particular is worthy of inclusion Research has confirmed that inclusion
in salads. It has anti-viral properties are gaining recognition of Kelp in ones diet can assist in
properties as well as a very and it is well known for its use in a the cleansing of toxins from the
balanced range of traditional remedy for coughs system including the effects of
nutrients. and chest complaints. radioactive particles in our
atmosphere.
One hundred years ago Or Nori as it is more commonly
you would have seen known, is a dark green sea
coastal people chewing duileasc as vegetable famed for it's role in Asian
a popular snack along the coast. “sushi”. In summer months, when
Duileasc is a versatile addition to the sun was high, sleabhac may be
any meal but it is most readily peeled off the rocks and stored
eaten fried up in the form of for later culinary use.
Duileasc crisps!
eep in the Atlantic there are forests of Kelp, swaying in the ocean currents, and sea spaghetti long and
fine as a mermaids' hair. Closer to the shoreline duileasc, carraigeen and sleabhac grow on rocks and
upon shipwrecks. The ocean has a secret garden of it's own. Here, Man can also find nourishment and
the gourmet cook a fine addition for the palate.
From Sushi to soups, seaweed is a nutritious and healthful addition to anyone's diet. For thousands of years man
has looked to his environment in search of food and medicine. Archaeologists have confirmed that seaweeds
appeared as part of man's diet as early as 14,500 years ago!
Today, studies have confirmed that seaweeds can have anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and anti cancer properties-
and they can also taste great. Described as “the most nutritious form of vegetation on the planet” it appears that
we could all benefit from taking another look at the humble seaweed that grows along our shores.
Plants are nature's storehouses of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants ; seaweed, as a vegetable of the sea,
is no exception. Of more than 50,000 edible plants in the sea, regrettably few seaweeds are part of our diet
today. In world cuisine,we often look to Asia where seaweed is most extensively used. There is much more to
seaweed than sushi and miso soup however!
There are a number of Irish companies today supplying seaweed to the world market. You will find locally
sourced Kelp, Duileasc, Sea Spaghetti and Sleabhac (Nori) in shops along your travels. Take heart and see how
delicious seaweed can be! This versatile gift of the sea can be effortlessly included in many meals from tortillas
to tarts, to breads, soups and condiments. Sligo born doctor and seaweed enthusiast, Prannie Rhatigan, has
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An invasive seaweed Bearing the delicate appearance The long fronds of Kelp are
found around many of lace, this sea weed is native to a regular sight on the storm
coastal regions and harbors in the west of Ireland. Today its health swept beaches of Ireland's west coast.
particular is worthy of inclusion Research has confirmed that inclusion
in salads. It has anti-viral properties are gaining recognition of Kelp in ones diet can assist in
properties as well as a very and it is well known for its use in a the cleansing of toxins from the
balanced range of traditional remedy for coughs system including the effects of
nutrients. and chest complaints. radioactive particles in our
atmosphere.
One hundred years ago Or Nori as it is more commonly
you would have seen known, is a dark green sea
coastal people chewing duileasc as vegetable famed for it's role in Asian
a popular snack along the coast. “sushi”. In summer months, when
Duileasc is a versatile addition to the sun was high, sleabhac may be
any meal but it is most readily peeled off the rocks and stored
eaten fried up in the form of for later culinary use.
Duileasc crisps!
eep in the Atlantic there are forests of Kelp, swaying in the ocean currents, and sea spaghetti long and
fine as a mermaids' hair. Closer to the shoreline duileasc, carraigeen and sleabhac grow on rocks and
upon shipwrecks. The ocean has a secret garden of it's own. Here, Man can also find nourishment and
the gourmet cook a fine addition for the palate.
From Sushi to soups, seaweed is a nutritious and healthful addition to anyone's diet. For thousands of years man
has looked to his environment in search of food and medicine. Archaeologists have confirmed that seaweeds
appeared as part of man's diet as early as 14,500 years ago!
Today, studies have confirmed that seaweeds can have anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and anti cancer properties-
and they can also taste great. Described as “the most nutritious form of vegetation on the planet” it appears that
we could all benefit from taking another look at the humble seaweed that grows along our shores.
Plants are nature's storehouses of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants ; seaweed, as a vegetable of the sea,
is no exception. Of more than 50,000 edible plants in the sea, regrettably few seaweeds are part of our diet
today. In world cuisine,we often look to Asia where seaweed is most extensively used. There is much more to
seaweed than sushi and miso soup however!
There are a number of Irish companies today supplying seaweed to the world market. You will find locally
sourced Kelp, Duileasc, Sea Spaghetti and Sleabhac (Nori) in shops along your travels. Take heart and see how
delicious seaweed can be! This versatile gift of the sea can be effortlessly included in many meals from tortillas
to tarts, to breads, soups and condiments. Sligo born doctor and seaweed enthusiast, Prannie Rhatigan, has
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