This nutritious superfood contains:
fiber
vitamin c
vitamin k
iron
calcium
magnesium
iodine
Omega 3s
antioxidants
Raw Sugar Kelp (left) Blanched Sugar Kelp (right)
I’m going to admit something here. Before I met Suzie and spent time at her farm, my thoughts of seaweed didn’t really extend past sushi or what I would avoid stepping on at the beach. In no way was I actively seeking out seaweed when it came to my grocery list. But after stalking Stonington Kelp Co on instagram and learning more about this amazing sea vegetable it quickly became a part of the kitchen (and my art practice too but more on that later!).
As a vegetarian (who sometimes eats seafood) I am always looking for ways to boost my nutrition through the foods I eat. Sugar kelp helps give me a boost of all the dietary sources I mentioned earlier while also adding an umami flavor to whatever I decide to use it for. It’s a win win. Don’t believe me? I double dog dare you to give it a try this season! Keep an eye out here to order the fresh stuff (March-June) or follow @stoningtonkelpco or @sugarkelpcooperative on instagram!
Even my fav TV show Bobs Burgers knows what’s up when it comes to using kelp in the kitchen!