Dried shrimp is small pink dried shrimp. It has a mild shrimp flavor and a crunchy texture. Some parts can be sharp so be careful when eating it. It can be used for side dishes, ground up or kept whole…
Gimbap Seaweed 김밥김 (gim-bap-kkim)
Gimbap Seaweed is a pressed seaweed that is sturdier in texture. It is used for rolling up Gimbap (김밥). There are two sides to this sheet of seaweed, one is shiny and the other is a bit more tough/dull. The…
Intestines Seaweed 곱창돌김 (gop-chang-dol-gim)
This seaweed is named after “intestines” because it looks like intestines when it is harvested. This seaweed is harvested quickly in comparison to other kinds of seaweed. It is harvested in one month (usually October) compared to other seaweeds that…
Blue Laver 파래김 (pa-rae-gim)
Blue Laver is blue seaweed and is more green compared to other types of seaweed which look more blackish in color. It has a bitter flavor so it may be mixed with traditional laver. It can be used in side…
Miyeok/Sea Mustard 미역 (mi-yok)
Miyeok/Wakame/Sea mustard is a dried seaweed that is also available fresh. The texture once rehydrated is soft, chewy, and silky. It has nutrients that are beneficial for pregnant, nursing women, or women who had miscarriage. This seaweed is often used…
Stringy Seaweed 감태/가시파래 (gam-tae/ga-si-pa-rae)
Stringy seaweed has a smooth silky texture and mild flavor. This seaweed can be eaten raw. This ingredient can only be found in clean waters and areas, so it is being affected by pollution. It is available both fresh and…
