HIJIKI SEAWEED SALAD
Frozen · Origin: China · Size: 1Kg x 12/CTN · Product Code: FZ0024

Hijiki is one of the most traditionally rooted and nutritionally revered seaweeds in Japanese cuisine, with a history of consumption spanning centuries and a flavour character that is entirely its own. Where wakame is delicate and bright, Hijiki is bold, earthy, and deeply savoury, a seaweed of genuine substance and personality that brings a completely different dimension to the table.

Its appearance is immediately distinctive, dark, almost black strands with a firm, satisfying chew that absorbs the flavours of its seasoning deeply and evenly. The taste is savoury and complex, carrying a pronounced earthiness that is often likened to mushroom, with a natural umami depth that is less salty and more rounded than many other seaweed varieties. This gentler, more earthy quality makes it a particularly versatile ingredient, one that integrates beautifully into Japanese simmered dishes, rice preparations, and salads without competing with the other elements on the plate.

Presented here as a ready-to-use salad preparation, Sea House Hijiki Seaweed Salad arrives seasoned and prepared in the traditional Japanese style, ready to thaw and serve as a refined side dish, starter, or component within a broader Japanese spread. Its deep colour and rustic appearance make it as visually interesting as it is flavourful, adding contrast and authenticity to any presentation.

Why choose Sea House Hijiki Seaweed Salad?

• Deeply savoury, earthy flavour with a mushroom-like character and natural umami depth
• Firm, satisfying chew that holds up beautifully in both hot and cold preparations
• A Japanese culinary tradition, revered for centuries for its flavour and nutritional profile
• Ready to thaw and serve, no additional preparation required
• Generous 1Kg x 12 carton format, reliable supply for professional kitchen service

Product Code: FZ0024 | Size: 1Kg x 12/CTN