Limu are served as vegetables in stews, poke, and salads; as condiments, adding zest to the meals; and are an important source of minerals, and vitamins, including vitamins A, C, B. 12, and riboflavin.

As many as 75 types of limu were used for food, more than the 35 used in Japanese cuisine, which is also well known for its use of seaweed. [5] In modern times, limu is often used as a condiment, typically in raw fish dishes such as poke. [7] Limu was used in hoʻoponopono, the ancient Hawaiian

2022年4月1日 · For too long limu has been underappreciated for its role in our culture, gastronomy, medicine and food sustainability. With 2022 now proclaimed as the “Year of the Limu,” limu is finally being recognized for its role in helping to …

2020年2月27日 · Traditionally used as a seasoning to poke or green salads, as a garnish for stew, or simply as a side dish, limu is known as a superfood. This nutritious plant provides complex carbohydrates and contains Fucoidan (a sulfated polysaccharide) identified for its ability to build your body’s immunity.

Limu was as integral to a meal as fish and poi, and although it was considered a condiment that was eaten primarily to spice up other foods, the minerals and nutrients that it provided were essential to a healthy diet.

2023年11月4日 · A truly traditional Hawaiian poke bowl will have a sprinkling of limu kohu on top. Find out all about this ocean-dwelling ingredient and how it's used.

2025年3月30日 · In Hawaiian culture, limu holds significant importance not just as a food source, but also as an integral part of community and environmental health. Various types of limu, such as limu kohu and limu kala, are used in different culinary applications, adding unique flavors and nutrition to dishes.

2024年12月20日 · Limu contributes significantly to the health of marine ecosystems. It provides food and shelter for aquatic species, prevents coastal erosion, and helps maintain water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.

2024年11月20日 · The vast and diverse world of seaweed, particularly limu, offers a glimpse into one of nature’s most remarkable food sources. Often overshadowed by other culinary staples, limu presents an array of flavors and textures that can enhance various dishes.

2023年5月18日 · Limu is not just seaweed, it's the foundation of the marine life food chain. It's also a crucial part of Hawaiʻi's future — and its past. Our partners at the Center for Oral History at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa introduce limu gatherers Wally Ito, Vivian Lehua Ainoa and Alyson Napua Barrows.