If you’re interested in Japanese or Korean dishes, you’ve probably seen dried seaweeds in plenty of their dishes. But did you know that there are actually different types of dried seaweed? The typically dried seaweed we often see and consume is called Nori, while the ones used in soups or salads are known as Wakame. The other types are called Kombu, Dulse, Arame, and Hijiki! Dried seaweeds are known for being packed with vitamins and minerals. They are even filled with antioxidants that help protect your body from cell damage! So, come and choose the best-dried seaweed from this top 10 list today!
1. Dalian Gaishi Food’s Dried Cut Wakame
Dalian Gaishi Food’s dried cut wakame is made from 100% natural seaweed. It has no artificial flavoring, coloring, or even any harmful preservative. Dried wakame is known to be a healthy ingredient that poses many nutritional benefits for the body. Dried wakame has a subtly sweet flavor that is rich in both minerals and vitamins. Get a packet of dried wakame and make yourself some Miso soup or a wakame salad to go! Just soak the dried wakame in water for a few minutes until it becomes hydrated. Don’t forget to rinse it before serving.
Ingredients: Wakame
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 100g
Price: RM10.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Manna Yaki Sushi Nori Roasted Seaweed
This is a restaurant-grade seaweed sheet made from 100% Korean Seaweed. For Nori seaweeds, you can roast them on the fire for a few seconds to make them extra crispy. It helps to bring out the nutty flavour it has. The best part of Nori seaweed is that it doesn’t have to be rehydrated so you can just eat them straight out of the packet! Go ahead and make some homemade sushi or top your dishes with some crushed Nori today!
Ingredients: 100% Korean Seaweed
Country of Origin: Korea
Size Available: 25g
Price: RM6.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Chungjungone Dried Seaweed
Chung Jung One Dried Seaweed is dried in its fresh state! It is an alkaline-rich food from the sea. Dried seaweed is recommended for those who diet due to its low calorie and fat content. Did you know that Miyeokguk (미역국), 미역/miyeok means seaweed and 국/guk means soup and it was originally eaten by Korean mothers while they carry their babies in their womb or even after birth so that they can produce healthier milk for breastfeeding. It helps in nourishing the baby as it contains lots of calcium, iodine, fiber, omega acids, vitamin B1 & B3
Ingredients: 100% Korean Seaweed
Country of Origin: Korea
Size Available: 25g, 40g, 50g, 80g, 100g, 150g
Price: RM18.99-RM24.99 (Shopee) / RM11.99 (50g) (Lazada)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. White Horse Brand Dried Seaweed
Come and get this dried seaweed that’s full of flavor and is crispy. Make the best hearty and warm homemade meals with White Horse Brand’s Dried Seaweed today!
Ingredients: Seaweed
Country of Origin: China
Size Available: 50g
Price: RM3.50 (Shopee) | RM21.82 (Lazada)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Lohas Premium Kombu
Kombu seaweed really packs a punch when you try it. It is loved because it has a savory, slime, and umami-rich flavor that is impossible to recreate. The larger pieces of Kombu are perfect to use in your stews or stocks. Make the best traditional and comforting meals today with the help of Kombu seaweed!
Ingredients: Kombu
Country of Origin: Taiwan
Size Available: 100g
Price: RM10.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Unsui Macrobiotics Arame Seaweed
Arame looks like a network of veins when it is fresh and dried. In other words, it looks like a dark purple oversized saffron thread. Arame is a species of kelp that needs to be rehydrated for a few minutes before using them. It is great for salads, rice, and even in some noodle dishes. The mild flavor makes it a versatile ingredient that is easy to work within various dishes. Catch this ready-to-cook Arame Seaweed making its way to your pantry in no time!
Ingredients: Arame
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 30g
Price: RM13.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
PRICE ON vegandistrict7. Health Paradise Hand Harvested Japanese Arame
Health Paradise Premium Grade Arame is hand-harvested in the pollution-free environment of the sea of Japan. Their Arame is fresh with brilliant, gleaming luster and a complex, fragrant aroma, gleaming luster, and a complex, fragrant aroma, when consumed daily can promote glossy hair. This premium grade Arame is an excellent introduction to the taste of black sea vegetables.
Ingredients: 100% Arame (Eisenia bicyclis)
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 40g
Price: RM14.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Japanese Pihapi Oguraya Hijiki Seaweed
Similar in texture, size, and flavor to arame, Hijiki is another common seaweed salad ingredient. It’s mild and earthy in flavor, much less oceanic than the other types on this list, which makes it a good counterpart to meaty dishes and heartier vegetables. Although Hijiki seaweeds contain a large amount of essential vitamins and nutrients, there are some concerns about arsenic so, if you’d like to avoid it, hijiki can easily be replaced by arame in a recipe.
Ingredients: Hijiki Seaweed
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 21g
Price: RM12.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Daichu Me Hijiki Japanese Dried Hijiki Seaweed
Daichu Me’s Hijiki Seaweed is a type of wild seaweed that is highly nutritious. It is umami-rich and mushroom-like, high in dietary fiber and essential minerals. Soak it and use it to make Hijiki seaweed salad (Hijiki No Nimono) and other salads. Try it out today and share it with your loved ones.
Ingredients: Hijiki Seaweed
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 35g
Price: RM10.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Nico Nico Nori Temakiyasan Sushi Seaweed
Nico Full Size Temakiyasan or roasted seaweed is a versatile food that’s well loved by many. Grab some of this delicious Nori seaweed to stock up in your pantry. Enjoy this Nori as a healthy snack or use it to make tasty homemade meals anytime and anywhere!
Ingredients: Dried Seaweed
Country of Origin: Japan
Size Available: 27g
Price: RM14.90 (Lazada) | RM15.20 (Shopee)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Tips:
- Dried seaweed usually doesn’t need to be refrigerated so you can just store it in your pantry at room temperature without worries. Do refer to the packet’s instructions to store your dried seaweed correctly though.
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