What is the difference between "wakame" and "kelp"? Which is more nutritious? Learn to stop buying
Kelp is a seaweed food that everyone is familiar with, whether it is stir-fried, stewed soup or cold mix, with its unique taste, it has captured the hearts of countless foodies. In the seaweed food, there is an ingredient that looks particularly similar to kelp, which is easy to confuse with kelp for friends who meet it for the first time.
Let's take a look at the following figure:
Is it a glance at the past, much like the same thing. If you look closely a second time, you may find that the wakame on the left seems to be thinner and softer. Wakame and kelp are two completely different algae foods. What exactly is the difference between them? Which nutritional value is higher? Next, Lazy Meow will talk to everyone one by one.
<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="5" > what is the difference between wakame and kelp? </h1>
In terms of large categories, wakame and kelp belong to the seaweed plants. However, from the perspective of subdivided species, wakame belongs to temperate seaweed, which can tolerate higher water temperatures and has a wider distribution range; kelp is subarctic algae, which cannot tolerate high temperatures, and there are fewer naturally grown kelp, and most of the artificially farmed kelp is on the market.
In addition to the difference in variety, wakame and kelp also have certain differences in appearance and taste.
【Appearance difference】
The leaves of wakame are thinner, and when the shape is unfolded, the leaf edges are irregular, which is somewhat similar to the wakame, hence the name "wakame". The leaves of kelp are thicker than wakame, and the appearance and shape are more uniform, mostly flattened. In addition, kelp is slightly darker in color than wakame.
【Taste difference】
Kelp has a thicker texture, so it takes longer to cook than wakame, and the taste is more resilient and chewy. Compared with kelp, wakame has a thinner texture, is easier to cook, and has a softer taste. In addition to being more tender than kelp, wakame also has a fresh sweetness.
The reason why many friends are stupid about wakame and kelp is because they are less exposed to wakame, so they have little opportunity to understand it. After knowing the difference in appearance and taste, the next time you encounter wakame and kelp, you will be able to recognize them at a glance and choose according to your personal preferences.
<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="35" > wakame vs kelp, who is more nutritious? </h1>
After understanding the difference between wakame and kelp, I believe that everyone is most concerned about the problem of which one has a higher nutritional value.
The chart below compares the content of wakame and kelp on key nutrients:
From the above values, we can see that the content of iodine in kelp is significantly higher than that in wakame, and the content of calcium, magnesium, zinc and iron in wakame is much higher than that of kelp. In addition, the mineral types and vitamin content of wakame are higher than those in kelp.
If you leave aside the iodine content, if you compare it comprehensively, I think the nutritional value of wakame is higher than that of kelp. Of course, both of these are good seaweed foods, and the overall nutrition is good, and both have their own advantages.
<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="48" > example of wakame practice</h1>
Here's a wakame recipe I use, paired with tofu, which is refreshing and can be used as a fat-reducing meal.
【Operation steps】
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients, 1 handful of wakame, 1 small piece of tofu; soak the dried wakame in advance with water, if you are anxious, you can soak it in hot water, and cut the tofu into small pieces;
Step 2: Add a little oil to the pot, add an appropriate amount of minced garlic and green onion after the oil is hot, stir-fry the aroma, pour the appropriate amount of hot water into the pot, pour in the tofu and wakame after the water boils, and cook for another 2 minutes after the water is boiled;
Step 3: Season, add a little salt and chicken essence to the pot, and you can get out of the pot.
In 3 simple steps, a delicious and low-fat wakame tofu soup is ready. This dish can also be upgraded, such as using broth to make a soup base and adding shrimp to the side dish, so that the taste will be richer.
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【Lazy Meow Experience】
Although it is also a seaweed ingredient, it is somewhat similar in appearance, but wakame and kelp are two completely different things, and the next time you encounter it, don't be silly and confused. As far as my personal preferences are concerned, I prefer wakame, partly because it has a more tender and smooth texture, and because it is richer in minerals.
As for which kind of wakame and kelp are good, after the above comparison, I believe that everyone has the answer in mind, there is no better, only more suitable. I think this is also the purpose of learning about food, so that the ingredients can better serve us.
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