Appetizer: Seaweed

Seaweed appetizer from KaLui Restaurant in Puerto Princesa City. Best eaten when chilled

Ingredients:
Seaweed, local clean and drained
Lemon juice
Salt and pepper

Preparation:
Mix everything and adjust taste as desired. chill for 30mins.

Seaweed has long been part of the traditional diet of coastal communities. It is still widely consumed in East Asia, particularly Japan, China and Korea, but not to any great extent in Europe. Seaweed has been attracting interest recently as a valuable food source with a number of health benefits - time for some facts.

Seaweed is an excellent source of fibre, minerals and phytonutrients.It is safe to eat, although care should be taken with some varieties as concerns potential levels of sodium, iodine or heavy metals. In general, seaweed can add usefully to a varied diet.