Category: Seaweed
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Common Name: Dulse The English name is derived from the seaweed’s Gaelic name “duileasc.” Scientific Name: Palmaria palmata (formerly Rhodymenia palmata) The scientific name comes from the Latin word “palma”, meaning hand. This is in reference to the hand-like shape of the seaweed. Editorial Note: This entry is part of The Culinary Compendium’s ongoing ingredient…
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Common Name: Sea Grapes Scientific Name: Caulerpa lentillifera Editorial Note: This entry is part of The Culinary Compendium’s ongoing ingredient archive and will be expanded as new sources are examined. History: Sea grapes are a type of green algae native to the Pacific coastal regions of Asia. Traditionally, it was wild-harvested, however, it first became commercially…
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From ancient riversides to modern street stalls, this little seaweed has always known its role: small, green, and unforgettable.