Seaweed
Dulse Seaweed Flakes
£5.95
| The rich, smoky and salty taste of dulse adds depth to dishes of all kinds. |
Eating dulse is an ancient tradition in Scots and Irish culture. It adds a wonderful depth of flavour and is rich in minerals and protein.
Sometimes known as 'vegetarian bacon' it has a wonderful robust flavour that pairs well with seafood, leafy greens and tomatoes.
Mara Seaweed is harvested sustainably from the pure, wild waters around Scotland and Ireland. To avoid contamination, the seaweed is packed into sealed sacks before being brought up the beach and delivered fresh, directly to the factory. The seaweed is picked and processed within 24 hours to lock in flavour, ensure quality and secure maximum nutritional benefits.
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How to use
Dulse has a natural, lingering smoky taste. It's delicious when generously shaken on dark green vegetables and rich pulse dishes.
For an extra savoury hit without the salt, use dulse flakes to season roasted vegetable, or stir into bolognese sauce or chilli before serving. Dulse is also perfect scattered mixed through crispy kale.
For an unusual salted caramel-style twist, try pairing dulse with dark chocolate. Just combine a pinch of dulse with the other dry ingredients in any brownie or truffle recipe.
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Ingredients
100% Dulse (Palmaria palmata)
Allergy information
May contain fish, crustaceans, molluscs.
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Typical values Per 100g Energy 974kJ (234kcal) Fat 1.5g
of which saturates 0.4g Carbohydrate 22.8g of which sugars 1.0g Fibre 36.9g Protein 13.8g Salt 4.9g -
Product of Scotland
Great Taste award winner
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
A source of iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc
Kombu Seaweed Flakes
£5.45
| The original source of umami, the "fifth flavour" first identified in 1908, kombu / kelp adds a superb deep rich flavour to broths, soups and stocks. |
Kombu is a natural flavour enhancer, with a deep lingering umami savouriness, and a great alternative to salt.
Mara Seaweed is harvested sustainably from the pure, wild waters around Scotland and Ireland. To avoid contamination, the seaweed is packed into sealed sacks before being brought up the beach and delivered fresh, directly to the factory. The seaweed is picked and processed within 24 hours to lock in flavour, ensure quality and secure maximum nutritional benefits.
| Try Kombu Kelp Strips to soften pulses and grains during both soaking and cooking. |
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How to use
Kombu is best used in cooking, rather than as a final seasoning: think of it as the stock cube of the sea. Whether you’re making traditional lentil soup or dashi stock for ramen, kelp is a fantastic natural flavour enhancer.
A tablespoon of kombu will soften grains and pulses, and give stews and sauces body. Try it in mushroom risotto, ratatouille or when soaking dried beans for an unbeatable depth of flavour.
Try stirring a teaspoon of kombu into your favourite herbal tea.
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Ingredients
100% Kelp (Laminaria Digitata)
Allergy information
May contain fish, crustaceans, molluscs.
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Typical values Per 100g Energy 1,178kJ (275kcal) Fat 0.4g
of which saturates 0.1g Carbohydrate 44.9g of which sugars 0.2g Fibre 22.1g Protein 11.8g Salt 7.0g -
Product of Scotland
Great Taste award winner
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
A source of iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc
Shony Seaweed Blend
£5.45
| These delicate but tasty flakes of ruby, emerald and jade seaweeds provide a versatile flavour boost and natural alternative to salt. |
Mara Seaweed's Shony is a unique blend of three seaweeds: sugar kelp, oarweed and dulse.
The deep umami sweet and savoury flavours of sugar kelp and oarweed (another variety of kelp) combine with the rich, smoky and salty taste of dulse to provide a fusion of flavour, a wonderful combination of natural colours and a great source of nutrition. It's even been described by Paul Hollywood as "inexplicably delicious"!
Mara Seaweed is harvested sustainably from the pure, wild waters around Scotland and Ireland. To avoid contamination, the seaweed is packed into sealed sacks before being brought up the beach and delivered fresh, directly to the factory. The seaweed is picked and processed within 24 hours to lock in flavour, ensure quality and secure maximum nutritional benefits.
Shony is named after the Hebridean sea god, Seonaidh (pronounced “show-knee”).
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How to use
Try Shony as a seasoning. Sprinkle it generously on salads to bring out lighter flavours; use it like dried herbs to make a savoury rub; or stir through oil as a coating for roasted vegetables. Shony also works well in baking and desserts.
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Ingredients
100% seaweed flakes (Palmaria palmata, Laminaria digitata, Saccharina latissima)
Allergy information
May contain fish, crustaceans, molluscs.
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Typical values Per 100g Energy 830kJ (198kcal) Fat 0.3g
of which saturates 0.1g Carbohydrate 54.2g of which sugars 0.3g Fibre 34.4g Protein 12.2g Salt 6.8g -
Product of Scotland
Great Taste award winner
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
A source of iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc
Laverbread
£2.90
| Laverbread is a Welsh delicacy made from laver seaweed, sea salt and water. It's delicious spread on bread or toast with a little lemon juice or mixed with oatmeal to make laver cakes. |
Laver seaweed - Porphyra umbilicalis, closely related to Japanese nori - grows widely around the west coast of Britain and has long been used to produce the traditional Celtic laverbread.
After being gathered the seaweed is thoroughly washed and is cooked until it becomes soft, then minced to convert it into a paste like texture.
Laver is highly nutritious, very low in calories, rich in protein, contains iodine and vitamins A, B2, C and D.
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How to use
Ready to eat or use for laver cakes or pâté - find recipes on the pack.
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Ingredients
Laver Seaweed (Porphyra umbilicalis), Sea Salt, Water
Allergy information
May contain fish, crustaceans, molluscs.
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Typical values Per 100g Energy 105kJ (25kcal) Fat 0.5g of which saturates 0.2g Carbohydrate 2.7g of which sugars 0.0g Protein 8.0g Salt 1.8g -
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
Kombu Kelp Strips
£4.49
| The original source of umami, the "fifth flavour" first identified in 1908, whole-leaf kombu / kelp adds a superb deep rich flavour to broths, soups and stocks. Kombu can improve digestion and helps to soften pulses and grains during both soaking and cooking. |
Kombu kelp strips provide a naturally smooth flavour enhancer and are used to infuse broths, stocks and soups. They're especially highly prized in Japanese cuisine and are the key ingredient of dashi stock, which translates 'savoury deliciousness' and provides a pure umami hit.
Mara Seaweed is harvested sustainably from the pure, wild waters around Scotland and Ireland. To avoid contamination, the seaweed is packed into sealed sacks before being brought up the beach and delivered fresh, directly to the factory. Mara Seaweed is picked and processed within 24 hours to lock in flavour, ensure quality and secure maximum nutritional benefits.
Kombu and kelp are both names for the brown seaweed Laminaria digitata.
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How to use
Use Kombu Kelp Strips during cooking, and take out before serving. Think of them as the stock cubes of the sea. Whether you’re making traditional lentil soup or dashi stock for ramen, kelp is a fantastic natural flavour enhancer.
A strip of Kombu will soften grains and pulses, and give stews and sauces body. Try it when soaking dried beans for an unbeatable depth of flavour.
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Ingredients
100% Pure Kelp (Laminaria digitata)
Allergy information
May contain fish, crustaceans, molluscs.
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Typical values Per 100g Energy 1,178kJ (275kcal) Fat 0.4g
of which saturates 0.1g Carbohydrate 44.9g of which sugars 0.2g Fibre 22.1g Protein 11.8g Salt 7.0g -
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
A source of iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron,zinc
Furikake Seaweed, Sesame & Chilli
£5.45
| Mara's Furikake is a blend of savoury dulse seaweed, black and white sesame seeds, and spicy chilli flakes. |
Inspired by Japanese shake-on rice seasoning "Furikake" this fusion of Asian sesame and chilli with Celtic dulse adds a savoury and spicy umami punch to dishes from rice and noodles to greens and avocado.
Mara Seaweed is harvested sustainably from the pure, wild waters around Scotland and Ireland. To avoid contamination, the seaweed is packed into sealed sacks before being brought up the beach and delivered fresh, directly to the factory. The seaweed is picked and processed within 24 hours to lock in flavour, ensure quality and secure maximum nutritional benefits.
Shony is named after the Hebridean sea god, Seonaidh (pronounced “show-knee”).
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How to use
Of course, you can use Furikake to season rice, but it has much more to offer. Try Furikake as a seasoning on noodles, white fish and Asian-inspired dishes, or transform greens like broccoli or cabbage by sprinkling on a punch of this fiery flavour enhancer.
Furikake is also great sprinkled on avocado on toast for an extra kick.
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Ingredients
Black and White Sesame Seeds, Dulse Seaweed (Palmaria palmata), Chilli Flakes
Allergy information
For allergens see ingredients in bold. May contain fish, crustaceans, molluscs.
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Typical values Per 100g Energy 2,390kJ (569kcal) Fat 34.7g
of which saturates 10.3g Carbohydrate 12.7g of which sugars 1.0g Fibre 31.3g Protein 35.8g Salt 1.7g -
Product of Scotland
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
A source of iodine, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, copper, iron, zinc