Kelpamare is a distinctive seasoning sauce that contains concentrated kelp (among other things!). Kelp contains iodine which is an essential micro nutrient during childhood for growth and brain development. In adults iodine plays an important role in thyroid function and for pregnant women it is critical for the normal development of the growing fetus. A deficiency of iodine can lead to weight gain, lethargy, intolerance to cold, increased blood cholesterol, mental slowness and reduced heart function. Iodine deficiency is re-emerging in Australia and New Zealand and you can read about it here and here.
BUT, the real reason I love it is that it tastes great! I use it anywhere I would use stock or soy sauce - in soups, stews, casserole, savoury pies, salad dressing, dipping sauce, stir fries and noodle dishes. YUM! My 'famous' organic chicken pie uses this as it's secret ingredient but more about that later.......
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is it later yet? that chick pea pie sounds great and i am in need of culinary inspiration (all the time!)
Yum! Thanks for the tip!
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