Varieties
Nori (typically Porphyra yezoensis) is closely related to laver, which has a purplish black color. Indigenous to the North Atlantic, laver is especially good dry-roasted to bring out its nutty flavor. It can then be crumbled and used as a nutritious condiment over soups, salads, or grains. Laver has a long history in the British Isles, where it is combined with rolled oats and fried as a breakfast bread.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Nori is popular the world over for its use in sushi-making. The glossy purplish-black sheets are used to make sushi rolls called “maki.” They can also substitute for flour tortillas or pita bread, and when toasted and crumbled they are especially good with noodles or rice and hummus.
Nutritional Highlights
Laver, 1/8 cup (2 Tbsp)
Calories: 3.5
Protein: 0.58g
Carbohydrate: 0.51g
Total Fat: 0.028g
Fiber: 0.03g
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.
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2006-09-07
