When kombu is added to the cooking water of dried beans, it helps beans cook faster and
aids in digestion.
Buying and storing tips
Dehydrated kombu should be stored in an airtight container in a dark, dry place. Cooked
kombu should be kept under refrigeration.
Varieties
There are several varieties of kombu, with the most popular variety being Japanese
ma-kombu (Laminaria japonica). In Japan, kombu is used to make over 300 products,
including condiments and teas.
Nutrition Highlights
Kombu, 3.5 oz. (100g)
Calories: 43
Protein: 1.7g
Carbohydrate: 9.6g
Total Fat: 0.6g
Fiber: 1.3g
*Excellent source of: Folate (180mcg)
*Good source of: Calcium (168mg), and Magnesium (121mg)
*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.
The information presented in the Food Guide is for informational purposes
only and was created by a team of US–registered dietitians and food experts. Consult
your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any
supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications.
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