Tell us, What's Your Hustle: What in the World is Seamoss?
Seamoss is the seaweed of the ""moment".
We wanted to lear if It's a real superfood or just fad?
Special guest Coach Cheryl "Cee" Hagins came to our
5 Loaves Kitchen, and answered your questions...
What's Seamoss? and Why should we added to our meals?
credit: breakingbreadwithmira.com
Tell us What’s Your Hustle: What in the World is Seamoss?
Brown Rice Quinoa with cucumber and jalapenos
Pepper Shrimps in Seamoss gravy
This recipe is packed with wholesome ingredients full of nutrients. Its an easy way to get your essentials, cooked in mouthwatering flavors.
Coach Cheryl “Cee” Hagins founder of iceefitness.com joined Mira with her Seamoss gel. Cooking and chatting we made a delicious brown rice quinoa with cucumbers and jalapenos, topped with pepper shrimp in a Seamoss gravy.
Our guest Coach Cee explained that, Irish Seamoss (Chondrus crispus) is algae harvested from sea rocks, where it absorbs minerals and nutrients. Once is collected, Seamoss is dried out and sent to processing for gels, capsules, gummies or topical use products.
In the kitchen, the least processes the better. Use sea moss in low temperature to keep nutrients intact. Seamoss is also a natural thickener for sauces and gravies. It can also be used in smoothies, juices, hot tea, coffee. If it’s not overcooked, you can add to your favorite recipes and enjoy the immense benefits of the 92 essential minerals in Seamoss.
Experts like register dietician Beth Czerwony, RD, reports that, although sea moss’s anti-inflammatory, and cholesterol lowering benefits have been found to lower the risk of condition like diabetes, and heart disease, more specific studies are needed to detail its superfood attributes. Seaweeds are packed with fiber, making Seamoss an ideal ingredient to add fiber, aiding weight loss efforts by feeling full for longer periods, and supporting gut health with good bacteria, shared Czerwony.
Iodine is another benefit found in Seamoss, and iodine is essential for thyroid health. The human body does not create iodine on its own, so it needs to be added through ingredients like seafood, iodized salt, and some dairy products. Too low iodine or too much can trigger serious thyroid issues. It is wise to consult with a medical professional before adding iodine supplements.
Seamoss earns a “Superfood” stamp, for its immune boosting nutrients like calcium, phosphates, and selenium, and magnesium the “ultimate conductor”. Coach Cheryl, founder of Iceefitness.com, shared valuable content about Magnesium. “I call myself the Queen of Magnesium”, she declared. “Magnesium impacts muscle function by supporting contraction and heart rhythm. Its also responsible for metabolizing energy, bone development, synthetizing antioxidants, protein, and DNA. Magnesium it’s also critical for calcium and potassium transportation. The benefit of Magnesium is one of Seamoss nutrients I love the most. “
As the seaweed of the moment, Seamoss awareness continues to spread among health foodies, for all its nutritional benefits. Studies and testimonies among experts and user continue to record its benefits. The FDA has not yet evaluated Seamoss or its by products and supplements, and more studies are needed to continue to prove its benefits and superfood value.
Original recipe by coach & chef Mira
Brown Rice Quinoa with cucumber and jalapenos
Pepper Shrimps in Seamoss gravy
1 lb. of jumbo shrimp (clean and deveined) save shelf for broth
2 cups of water
2 tsp pink salt
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon liquid aminos
1 ½ tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ginger powder
2 teaspoons of ground turmeric
2 tablespoons of Seamoss gel
*Cook down *shrimp shells for 4 minutes in 2 cups of water 1 pinch of salt and pepper.
Season shrimp with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika and liquid aminos. Let shrimp marinate for a few minutes.
Remove shells from pan and build gravy with remaining water, add garlic, ginger, and turmeric, pinch of pink Himalayan salt, and black pepper. Add Seamoss and lower temperature to lowest setting.
Add peppers, shrimp, green onions, and cover for 4 to 5 minutes, till shrimp are all pink and tender. The add Seamoss and mix with sauce until gravy is formed.
Stay close to your pan. Do not overcook, shrimp turn hard quickly.
Remove from heat once shrimp have turned pink and don’t look uncooked inside. You will notice a nice silky thick gravy has form thanks to the Seamoss gel texture.
Mix diced cucumbers and jalapenos with the Brown Rice Quinoa and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve pepper shrimp over Brown Rice Quinoa, pasta, or roasted potatoes.
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credit Jeanette Medina for breakingbreadwithmira.com
*Benefits of shrimp shells
In addition to flavor and antioxidants, shrimp shells contain chitosan, and according to recent studies, chitosan can help lower cholesterol and inflammation.
Jeanette Medina, Mira, Cheryl & Will Hagins
Where can Iceefitness Seamoss gel be found?
Order online
or
Free local delivery
Seminole, Orange, Osceola
Retail at
Debbie’s wholefoods in Orange City
