Recreate Holiday Classics with Seaweed
The holiday season is usually packed with family and friends and lots of decadent holiday recipes, but just because 2020 has dished out its worst, that doesn’t mean you have to abandon your mindful habits that you practice throughout the year. Believe it or not, you can still feel (and look) your best during the holiday season, all while still enjoying those traditional, hard-to-resist, holiday classics. To help keep you focused, here are some simple ways to elevate classic holiday recipes using our Alaskan Kombu Kelp Puree for a more mindful twist on the season’s best.
Blue Evolution Alaskan Kombu Kelp Puree
Grown in the clean, cold depths off Kodiak Island, our Alaskan Kombu Puree is an excellent source of vital nutrients like iodine and magnesium and is rich in Vitamins A and B. Full of flavor, our Alaskan Kombu Kelp Puree can be used much like a vegan bouillon and instantly adds a rich, nutritious flavor to almost any dish. Whether you’re whipping up holiday desserts, dips, marinades, pestos, sauces, smoothies or soups, our Alaskan Kombu Puree is the nutritional enhancement you never even knew you needed...until now.
Classic Holiday Recipes Made with Alaskan Kombu Kelp Puree
#1 Bread Basket
If the sourdough bug bit you too this year, then instead of store bought bread, put those quarantine-honed, top chef skills to good use and showcase an epic homemade seaweed sourdough . Make it a double batch and turn one loaf into a rustic stuffing, including a few tablespoons of our Alaskan Kombu Puree to punch up the flavor and fun. Simply saute carrots, celery, onions (the magical culinary trifecta) and any other cubed vegetables you have in the fridge in 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil. Combine the veggies with cubed sourdough bread, chicken or vegetable broth, the kelp puree, and your favorite holiday herbs like sage or thyme. Bake at 350 degrees for about one hour or until the bread crumbs are golden brown in color.
#2 Gravy
Another super subtle way to incorporate Alaskan Kombu Puree into a classic holiday recipe is by sneaking some into homemade gravy. Leave the jarred or powdered gravy on the grocery store shelves and make your own instead. It is much simpler than your mother would like you to believe and we promise - you can do it! Plus, the kelp puree acts as an incredibly rich, vegan bouillon adding a delicious depth of flavor. Simply take one cup of broth, seasonings (like white pepper, salt and thyme), two tablespoons of kombu puree, and the drippings from your roasting pan (this step is crucial - those toasted bits have tons of flavor, trust us) then combine everything together in a large saucepan. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of tapioca flour (or cornstarch) to thicken and cook on medium-high heat until the gravy browns and is the consistency you prefer. Season to taste, then serve and enjoy!
#3 Roasted Vegetables
Roasted fall vegetables like Brussel sprouts, carrots and all of the best squashes are a staple at any holiday table. This year, before roasting your family’s favorite veggies, toss them in a mixture of Alaskan Kombu Puree, finely chopped parsley, garlic and olive oil for a classic twist on homemade chimichurri, Your roasted vegetables have never tasted so good!
#4 Salad Dressing
Don’t forget the salad! Traditional store bought dressings can be laden with artificial ingredients, preservatives and sugar so skip all that and make your own. It’s so easy and your belly will thank you. Whether you prefer a classic Caesar, green goddess, vinaigrettes, or even the humble ranch, just add a few tablespoons of our Kombu Puree for a splash of the unexpected. For an extra wintery touch, toss in cranberries, fennel, roasted butternut squash, or pomegranate arils and your salad will never play second fiddle again.
#5 Baked Goods
A super simple way to incorporate Alaskan Kombu Puree is by adding it to baked goods. Whether you are baking up a batch of homemade brownies or making Christmas cookies complete with frosting and sprinkles, add a squeeze of Blue Evolution Alaskan Puree for an added touch of goodness. The best part is no one will even be able to detect it due in part to its subtle taste.
This holiday season, pump up the flavor without adding extra calories or sodium with a hint of Blue Evolution Alaskan Kombu Puree. Gluten-free, Keto, Paleo and Vegan, this simple yet savory ingredient will be your new favorite secret ingredient. Happy holidays everyone!