Did you know that Sea moss has fantastic properties. It contains 15 of the 18 essential minerals that we need as humans.
Taste: Salty and sulphurous with a savory crustacean aroma. Without preparation, the seaweed is quite hard.
Use: Although we know Sea moss for making pudding, among other things, it has a wide range of applications, the most important property of which is the binding of liquid. In sauces, jams, jellies and desserts it acts as a thickener and stabilizer. But it is also used raw in salads, for example, and cooked in pies, quiches and stews. You can use it in cakes or (savoury) pies as a substitute for eggs or other binding agents. Sea moss fried is not only tasty, but also complements your dish as a decoration. You can even make super healthy sweets with this delicious seaweed.
It is packed with minerals and antioxidants. It is rich in protein, iodine, iron, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, copper, sulfur, vitamin A, and carrageenan.
Due to the high number of minerals and antioxidants, Sea Moss is usually made into a gel for easy use in tea, smoothie, shake or soup. But also as skin care: for a mask on your face and/or hair, to exfoliate (it removes dead skin cells). It works firming, moisturizing, softening, strengthens hair, skin and nails, anti-aging agent. You can store the jelly in the refrigerator for several weeks.