MAR · Peruvian Sea
Pressed South Pacific Mococho
The brown seaweed we forgot.
Lessonia trabeculata dehydrated and pressed into sheets like kombu.
Origin
A protein base of the pre-Hispanic coast; practically vanished from urban menus.
Origin dossier
Properties and specifications
- Provenance
- La Libertad
- Producer
- Pescadores de Yuyo de Huanchaco
- Species
- Mococho · Lessonia trabeculata
- Format
- 120 g
- Reference
- BE-MAR-006
- Availability
- 30 units in this lot
Suggested use
Long broths, Peruvian dashi, warm salads.
Care and storage
Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Follow the specific instructions on the label or certificate.
Traceability
Reference BE-MAR-006. Provenance and producer are recorded in this product dossier.
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