How to Prepare and Cook Kelp

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Kelp is enjoying popularity as a superfood because it's high in vitamins, minerals, and calcium. To prepare kelp salad, rehydrate sheets of kelp and mix them with a zesty dressing. For a classic Korean soup, soften the kelp and simmer it with sesame oil and Korean soy sauce. If you'd like to add kelp to your diet, purchase kelp noodles that you simply rehydrate. Toss the noodles with stir-fried beef and vegetables for a quick meal.

Ingredients

Kelp Salad [1]

  • 1 ounce (30 g) of dry mixed seaweed such as kombu and wakame
  • 4 teaspoons (20 ml) of rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon (12.5 g) of sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) of salt
  • 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of ginger juice
  • 1 tablespoon (8 g) of toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 scallion, finely chopped

Makes 4 small servings

Korean Kelp Soup [2]

  • 7 cups (1.7 l) of water, plus more for soaking the kelp
  • 1 ounce (28 g) of dried kelp
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon (5.5 g) of salt
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of Korean soy sauce (gukganjang)

Makes 4 servings

Stir-Fried Kelp Noodles [3]

  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of coconut oil
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 1 ⁄ 2 pound (230 g) pound of cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1 pound (450 g) of ground beef
  • 5 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (170 g) of broccoli slaw
  • 1 5-ounce (140 g) package of baby spinach
  • 1 12-ounce (340 g) package of kelp noodles
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) of coconut aminos
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) of coconut vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Makes 4 servings

Method 1
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Mixing Kelp Salad

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    Put 1 ounce (30 g) of dry mixed seaweed into a large bowl and pour in enough cold water to cover the kelp. Leave the kelp to soak for at least 5 minutes to get crunchy kelp or 10 minutes to get soft kelp.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Make a tangy salad dressing by pouring 4 teaspoons (20 ml) of rice vinegar into a small bowl. Whisk in 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon (12.5 g) of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) of salt, and 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of ginger juice.
    • You can find ginger juice in the juice aisle at most grocery stores. If you're having trouble finding it, check Asian markets or substitute freshly grated ginger.
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  3. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Set a fine mesh strainer over the sink and pour the rehydrated kelp into it. Then gather the kelp between your hands and squeeze it firmly so the excess water drains into the sink.
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    Put the kelp into a serving bowl and pour the dressing over it. Mix the kelp with the dressing until the kelp is completely coated.
    • Avoid mixing the kelp with the dressing ahead of time or the salad may become too soggy.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Sprinkle 1 tablespoon (8 g) of toasted sesame seeds and 1 finely chopped scallion over the kelp salad. Serve the salad immediately.
    • Avoid storing the kelp salad because it will become soggy the longer it's stored.
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Cooking Korean Kelp Soup

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    Put 1 ounce (28 g) of dried kelp into a large bowl and pour in 5 cups (1.2 l) of cold water. Set the kelp aside to soak for 30 to 40 minutes.
    • The kelp should be completely soft once it's finished rehydrating.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Use your hands to squeeze the kelp and remove excess water. Discard the soaking liquid.
    • If the kelp is large, you can use scissors to cut it into strips that are as large as you like.
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    Pour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of sesame oil into a large pot and turn the burner to medium-high. Once the oil shimmers, stir in the drained kelp and stir it frequently as it cooks.
    • The kelp will absorb the flavor of the sesame oil as it cooks.
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    Pour the water and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of Korean soy sauce into the pot. Stir in 1 teaspoon (5.5 g) of salt and combine the ingredients.
    • If you can't find Korean soy sauce, you can substitute readily available soy sauce.
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    Once the soup begins to bubble vigorously, turn the burner down to medium heat. Let the uncovered soup bubble gently for 20 to 30 minutes.
    • The kelp will soften as it simmers.
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    The soup will become saltier the longer it simmers. Turn off the burner and taste the soup. Stir in more salt if you prefer it to be saltier. Serve the soup while it's hot.
    • Store the leftover kelp soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep in mind that the kelp will continue to soften as it's stored.
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Making Stir-Fried Kelp Noodles

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    Open the package and put the kelp noodles into a fine mesh strainer. Hold the noodles under warm running water and use your fingers to separate the noodles as you rinse.
    • Set the noodles aside while you cook the vegetables.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Pour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of coconut oil into a cast-iron skillet and turn the burner to medium. Once the oil shimmers, stir in 1 small minced onion and cook it until it softens.
    • Stir the onion frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Slice 1 ⁄ 2 pound (230 g) pound of cremini mushrooms into 1/2 in (1.3 cm) thick pieces and stir them into the onions.
    • The mushrooms will soften and release their liquid.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Put 1 pound (450 g) of ground beef and 5 cloves of minced garlic into the skillet. Stir to break up the meat and mix it with the onion. Cook the beef until it's completely browned.
    • If you'd like vegetarian noodles, leave out the ground beef.
  5. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Add 1 cup (170 g) of broccoli slaw and a 5-ounce (140 g) package of baby spinach. Stir the mixture over medium-high heat for about 1 minute so the spinach wilts.
  6. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Put the drained kelp noodles into the skillet and pour 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of coconut aminos and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of coconut vinegar over it. Use tongs to mix the noodles with the beef and vegetable mixture.
  7. Watermark wikiHow to Prepare and Cook Kelp
    Keep the burner on medium-high and let the noodles cook for a few minutes so they soften more. Then taste the noodles and stir in an extra tablespoon of coconut aminos or coconut vinegar if you'd like the dish to be saltier or tangier. Turn off the burner and serve the noodles immediately.
    • Store the leftover noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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      Things You'll Need

      Kelp Salad

      • Measuring cups and spoons
      • Large bowl
      • Small bowl
      • Whisk

      Korean Kelp Soup

      • Measuring cups and spoons
      • Large bowl
      • Fine mesh strainer
      • Scissors
      • Large pot
      • Spoon

      Stir-Fried Kelp Noodles

      • Measuring cups and spoons
      • Fine mesh strainer
      • Large skillet
      • Tongs
      • Spoon

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      References

      1. ↑ http://www.pbs.org/food/recipes/seaweed-salad/
      2. ↑ https://kimchimari.com/miyeok-gook/
      3. ↑ https://nomnompaleo.com/post/2540758120/stir-fried-kelp-noodles-with-ground-beef-broccoli

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