Vitamin Sea - Alaria Flakes

Alaria Wild North Atlantic Wakame Flakes

Alaria Seaweed – Wild Atlantic Wakame from Maine

A Delicate, Mineral-Rich Brown Seaweed Substitute for Japanese Wakame

Our Alaria Seaweed (Alaria esculenta) is wild-harvested from the cold, pristine waters off the coast of Maine. Often called the Atlantic wakame, Alaria is a close biological and nutritional match to traditional Japanese wakame — but with the added benefit of being locally and sustainably sourced.

Known for its mild, savory flavor and soft texture, Alaria is the most delicate of the brown seaweeds, making it a versatile, delicious choice for soups, salads, and mineral-rich meals.

🌿 Key Nutritional Benefits

Alaria is loaded with essential vitamins and minerals your body needs to thrive:

• High in Calcium – One of the richest plant-based calcium sources

• Excellent source of Iodine – Supports thyroid and metabolic health

• Rich in B-Complex Vitamins – For energy, brain function, and mood

• Vitamins A, C, and K – Boost immune and bone health

• Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc & Chromium – Essential for daily wellness

• Protein & Fiber-Rich – Supports digestion and muscle recovery

🍴 Culinary Uses

Alaria is a nutritious, ocean-harvested ingredient with a mild, slightly sweet flavor that shines in a variety of dishes:

• 🍜 Perfect for Miso Soup – A wild alternative to wakame

• 🍲 Add to vegetable soups, stews, and broths – Especially for calcium-rich recipes

• 🍚 Cook with rice or grains – Imparts a subtle, savory "chicken-like" flavor

• 🥗 Use raw in salads – Soak and marinate in lemon juice or lightly steam

• 🔥 Roast for crunchy seaweed chips

• 🥤 Blend powdered Alaria into protein or energy drinks – Ideal for mineral fortification

⏱️ Cooking tip: Soak dried Alaria before use. Cooking time is longer than wakame — about 40 minutes — but the delicate taste is worth it. Don’t discard the soaking water; it’s rich in minerals and can be used in your recipe.