Dried Seaweed encompasses a range of marine algae species including nori, wakame, kelp, and kombu that are harvested, washed, and dehydrated for use in food manufacturing. Seaweed is one of the most nutritionally dense natural ingredients available. It contains significant levels of iodine, minerals, vitamins, dietary fiber, and umami-contributing amino acids such as glutamic acid.
The drying process reduces moisture content to below 15%. This creates a shelf-stable ingredient that retains the characteristic ocean flavor and nutritional profile of fresh seaweed. Dried Seaweed is available in whole sheets, cut strips, flakes, and milled powder to accommodate various food processing requirements. Growing consumer interest in plant-based, sustainable, and nutrient-rich ingredients has driven significant expansion of seaweed use in Western food markets.
