Wild Digitata Kelp - Smithereen Farm (kombu)

Wildharvested Maine seaweed from Smithereen Farm! Thicker and chewy, more unctuous than most. Prized for dashi, good for any soup you can dream up.  Healthy.   A little goes a long way!    Latin name: Laminaria digitata Laminaria digitata is a good source of glutamic acid, an amino acid responsible for umami, the Japanese word used for fifth basic taste (in addition to salt, sweet, sour, and bitter). The umami flavor adds a mellow, silky taste to dishes, which is why it is extensively used in Japanese and Chinese food, particularly to make dashi, a soup stock. It can also be eaten with vegetables such as beans and lentils, a combination that decreases their cooking time, while improving their digestibility. Oarweed is commonly consumed as a sea vegetable in snacks, flavorings, and seasonings. In powdered form, L. digitata is a common ingredient in nutritional supplements and energy drinks. About Smithereen Farm Smithereen Farm is a MOFGA (Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Associati