Currently, in supermarkets you can see a huge assortment of various food products, there is also a familiar food, as well as its exotic types, and they can be attributed to them chuka salad   possessing useful properties, and representing seaweed.

Chuka salad differs from the well-known seaweed in a peculiar taste, and does not have such a bright smell of iodine. Algae, of which it consists, are more neutral in their organoleptic properties, although they are a little harsh.

Sometimes this salad may include the presence of several types of seaweed, but their main advantage is both their composition and a rather pleasant aroma.

So, the taste of the salad is delicate, neutral, it is juicy, a bit islandy. As for its color, it varies from shades of fresh herbs to the color of noble malachite. It is worth noting that it is a very satisfying and useful product.

In general, Wakame is the name of brown wild algae that grows on underwater rocks along the sea coasts. The Japanese appreciated it for its soft and pleasant taste and satiety at zero calorie content. Chuka is a common ingredient in many Japanese dishes.

It is added to sushi and rolls, eaten as a salad in a separate form or with additives, make noodles. The product gets into our stores frozen. The benefits of a quick-frozen marine plant remain almost the same as those of a fresh product.

Sometimes you can find a salad in a ready-made form with preservatives and seasonings, sold by weight or in sealed packages.

What is chuka salad?

In Japanese society, it is customary to honor traditions. For a long time, the diet of Japanese aristocrats and the poor differed only in some delicacies available to the rich - for example, imported and very expensive beef.

The basis was local products - grown, harvested and caught from the sea with their own hands. Fish, seafood, seaweed, rice, and occasionally chicken - this is what Japanese lunches and dinners consisted of back in the Middle Ages.

The skill in cooking dishes from the scarce gifts of nature has been raised in Japan to the level of art. And since ancient times, the Japanese have learned to cook a variety of dishes from algae growing off the coast of their homeland.

Chuka is one of the names of the brown alga Ulva lactuca, which grows in shallow water off the coast of Japan, Russia, and China. Brown algae do not fall below 100 m under water, it is not difficult to extract them, and therefore they often appeared on the tables of coastal residents.

The Japanese called the kaiso seaweed, wakame. And “chuka” in Japanese means “Chinese brought from China”, because from there they brought the product extracted in industrial quantities. Algae were dried, and later learned to freeze, and now this marine delicacy is available even to residents of countries remote from the sea.

Calorie Algae

In the modern world, many people watch their figure, and diet or even become vegetarians. For such people, there is always the problem of saturating the body with nutrients that satisfy hunger and allow the body to fully receive the necessary elements.

Therefore, wakame algae are desirable for consumption, since the calorific value per 100 g of the product is only 34 kcal. In addition, it contains and has these useful properties:

• proteins - 12-20%,
• fats - mainly composed of omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids,
• fiber is very good for digestion,

and trace elements:

• this is vanadium (it serves to participate in enzymatic processes associated with the exchange of fats and proteins),
• it is the magnesium our body needs to absorb and activate osteoclasts,
• And the most important trace element that we get from algae is iodine, its content is 750 mg per 100 grams.

In our body, in the thyroid gland there is iodine, somewhere around 60%, and two hormones of this gland simply cannot do, exist without iodine.

And it turns out that the lack of iodine is the presence of a problem with the thyroid gland. Iodine is very important for pregnant women, since its absence or insufficient amount can affect the unborn baby.

I even heard that there is such a disease as "alpine nerd", due to the fact that in the Alps there is a deficiency of iodine. So, pregnant women and relatives should especially ensure that there is no iodine deficiency in the body.

And then iodine will make it possible to bear and give birth to a mentally healthy and full-fledged baby. It turns out that iodine is very necessary for the body both for adults and children.

Such a nutritional composition allows the human body to feel fast saturation, even in situations of emotional instability and negativity, when the body digests food faster and needs a large number of different minerals and elements.

Even fruits are not able to cope with this task, as good as wakame seaweed.
  This is another reason why the Japanese, who monitor their health and lead a healthy lifestyle, consider Chuka Wakame seaweed salad as the main traditional dish.

The mineral composition of algae is very rich: they contain iodine, manganese, magnesium, potassium, selenium, calcium, copper, zinc, phosphorus, and iron. Many vitamins - C, E, A, B, D, K, PP, B, thiamine and choline - make them a valuable source of health.

In addition, algae contain a fairly large number of amino acids and vegetable proteins made up of them, collagen, plant fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, famous for their anti-aging effect.

Due to its rich composition, algae have a positive effect on the functioning of the whole organism:

• heart function improves, vascular walls strengthen, the risk of myocardial infarction decreases;
• the level of cholesterol in the blood decreases, the condition improves with atherosclerosis;
• the work of the stomach and intestines is normalized, toxins and toxins are excreted, bile secretion and the work of the pancreas are improved;
• weight and blood sugar are reduced due to the low calorie content of seaweed dishes (about 60 kcal);
• the thyroid gland normalizes;
• the body is rejuvenated, the blood is cleansed, the work of the kidneys improves;
• algae are an excellent source of muscle building protein for athletes;
• brain function improves, ability to concentrate work increases, fatigue is relieved;
• for women: algae quickly heal damage to the mucous membranes of the genitals, normalize blood circulation in the pelvis, and have an anti-cancer effect;
• for men: useful for diseases of the prostate, give vigor and strength.

Culinary Tricks

Chuka seaweed salads are loved all over the world for their delicate, fresh taste and juicy color that arouses appetite. Chuka does not smell as much iodine as the usual kelp.

They go well with vegetables, noodles, seafood, chicken and nuts. Neutral in taste, Chuka seaweed dishes require bright, spicy sauces. The simplest of them is based on soy sauce:

Would need:

• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.5 cups of water
• 2 teaspoons of starch
• 2 teaspoons of lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil

Mix the ingredients in a saucepan, put on the fire, thicken the sauce without boiling, remove and pour the prepared (thawed and scalded with boiling water) algae. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Nutrition value per 100 g:

Proteins - 7 g

Carbohydrates - 17 g

Energy value per 100 g - about 60 kcal.

Those who carefully monitor the number of calories should keep in mind that only the potato algae themselves are non-nutritious, and the sauce contains a lot of calories.

Chuka salad is used in different dishes

Hiyashi Chuka's hearty and aromatic dish is egg noodles. It is usually seasoned with seafood, some boiled vegetables with egg omelet. It is served with Chuka salad, which is seasoned with sesame oil or soy sauce. Usually this dish is in demand in the summer.

To make a special soy sauce for this salad, you will need seventy milliliters of water, rice vinegar, in the amount of three tablespoons, the same amount of sugar, five grams of sesame oil, and 30 ml of simple soy sauce.

For an equally tasty and popular sesame sauce, this salad provides the following ingredients: a third of a glass of water, thirty grams of sugar, sixty milliliters of soy sauce, 30 ml of rice vinegar, three tablespoons of sesame seeds to be ground.

In addition to standard ingredients, it is customary to add fresh cucumber, boiled red or white beans, tomatoes, ginger, boiled chicken breasts or ham to the noodles. All the ingredients beautifully and neatly make out the dish.

Algae are very useful, which is why the Japanese use them in the recipes of their traditional dish - sushi. True, these are nori algae and the iodine content in them is several times lower than wakame algae.

The Japanese have long been accustomed to take care of their health, so these algae are included in many dishes of traditional Japanese cuisine. According to statistics conducted among residents of the sakura country, one person can consume up to 10 kilograms of seaweed per year.

Many Japanese people use this vegetable seafood as a substitute for regular lettuce leaves. This can be explained by the fact that Wakame seaweed is softer, and more aromatic and specific in taste, and this helps to replace a lot of different seasonings.

Chuka means "Chinese" in Japanese, and it turns out that Chuka means Chinese salad. The Japanese believe that all salads that are prepared according to the Chinese recipe, Chuk salads. Only the Japanese have a very large number of salad recipes.

If you have an event planned and you decide to treat your friends with a dish where Chuka algae is present, buying a quality product is especially important. Algae are sold both fresh and frozen in markets and stores.

True, a fresh product is not for sale with us. Of course, it is preferable to buy a fresh product, but in general freezing does not spoil the algae, and if they were frozen correctly, then they retain all the positive properties.

Be careful if you buy a frozen product so that there is no snow in the package, this will mean that the product was frozen fresh, but if there is a lot of snow, it means that it was repeatedly thawed and frozen. Frozen seaweed only needs to be thawed and they are ready for use.

Sauce making

The sauce is an important addition to many Asian dishes. Many of them are sold in stores and are readily available, such as soy sauce. However, many specifically for the salad change its consistency. So, a composition suitable for a chuk salad is:

• 1/3 cup of water;
• 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar;
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce;
• 3 tablespoons of sugar;
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.

Sesame and nutty sauces are also popular in eastern cooking. Their preparation is no more complicated. The first differs from soy sauce 3 tbsp. tablespoons ground or whole (at your discretion) white sesame seeds.

However, peanut sauce is considered to be a traditional seasoning for Chuka salad. The method of its preparation is considered in sufficient detail in the video at the beginning of the article. Its difference is the presence of cashew nuts, wheat, beans, eggs, shiitake mushrooms and corn.

How to choose and store?

The value of chuka algae greatly depends on the place of their growth and harvest, as well as on the conditions of storage and transportation. Algae come to our stores in frozen form, and if it is shock freezing, then all vitamins and minerals are stored in them, as in fresh ones.

During shock freezing (–18–20 ° C), algae do not change their usual bright green color. The amount of ice and snow inside the package also indicates the quality of freezing. If the product accidentally thawed on the way of delivery, a lot of snow flakes and ice accumulate in the package.

Such algae are of low value and can be harmful to health, because when thawed, vitamins are destroyed in them.

So, picking up a package of seaweed, pay attention to these signs:

• Manufacturing company - the better and more reliable it is, the better.
• Place of collection and shelf life.
• The color of algae ranges from dark emerald to bright salad without brown or black patches.
• The presence of snow and ice - inside the package, its amount should be small, algae should not freeze into a lump.

It is better to choose algae in a transparent package, so it will be easier to assess their quality.

Frozen algae is stored for a year at a temperature of -18 ° C, and after defrosting - 1 month. Repeated freezing is not recommended.

You can also buy ready-made chuck salad in supermarkets - this is convenient for busy people.

Ready-made salads (preserves) are stored for 4 months at a temperature of -3 ° to 6 ° C.

Due to its rich composition, Wakame algae are successfully used in various fields of medicine, cosmetology, cooking and in everyday life.

In medicine

Chuka salad has found popularity in folk medicine. The greatest distribution of algae was won by residents of Asian countries, which have long used them to treat many diseases.

Today, the product helps to cope with such ailments:

• anemia;
• bowel problems (constipation or diarrhea);
• psoriasis;
• circulatory disturbance;
• thyroid problems;
• skin diseases;
• neurosis and depression.

Regular consumption of wakame can eliminate tooth problems, strengthen gums. The components contained in algae improve the lymphatic flow, heal the connective tissues, thereby contributing to the rejuvenation of the body.

Can pregnant and lactating

Despite the nutritional value of these algae, chuka is not recommended for women bearing a child. In the first trimester, the salad can provoke heartburn, and in the third trimester, it can lead to premature contractions and, as a result, to childbirth.

Possible Cautions for Salad Consumption

Remember that, like any other component of food, Chuka has its contraindications for consumption: This delicacy can harm those who are diagnosed with excess iodine in the body. The use of such a product can lead to malfunctioning of the thyroid gland, due to which the hormonal background is disturbed.

It is not necessary to introduce it to food for children under 12 years old, since the active substances of the salad can lead to metabolic disorders in the fragile body of the child. At the slightest sign of an allergic reaction, refuse to use such a product.

Remember that algae are able to purify water from harmful particles, therefore, collected in disadvantaged areas with poor ecology or in stagnant water, they can contain a large number of harmful trace elements. Such food can only harm the body.

Contraindications and possible harm

• Like any new product, chuka algae is used with caution. At the first signs of an allergic reaction, they should be excluded from the diet.
• Algae actively absorb substances from the environment, this determines their usefulness for cleansing the body. But if the chuka grows in polluted waters, then they accumulate toxins and heavy metals, therefore they can be dangerous. You need to choose algae collected in ecologically clean places.
• Children under 12 years old are not recommended to eat chuka algae due to the high iodine content. The hormonal background of the child is still unstable, and a large amount of this trace element can upset the balance.
• People with thyroid diseases should be careful - iodine affects its functioning and hormone production. Be sure to consult with an endocrinologist.
• Pregnant women need to pay special attention to their diet. In the early stages of pregnancy, algae can cause heartburn, and the use of chuka algae in the last months of pregnancy can provoke a premature onset of labor, since chuka stimulate the production of uterine prostaglandin, which helps soften the cervix.

Chuka seaweed salad is perfect for everyone: it is hearty and light, healthy and vibrant, unusual and surprisingly tasty. When planning your diet, be sure to consider the benefits that the algae of the chuk bring to the body.

Conclusion

But in addition, it prevents the risk of many serious diseases and, by the way, treats existing diseases. Cleanses the body from toxins and toxins, helps fight depression.

It is also a dietary product in which a minimum of calories and a maximum of nutrients that fully saturate the body. Algae can be combined with any dishes of your choice, and from this they will not become less useful.

Among the popular edible algae, a plant with the intricate name Chuka occupies a special place. From Japanese, this word is literally translated as " brought from China". The Japanese themselves call this product hiyashi wakame. One of the most popular and simple dishes of Japanese cuisine is Chuka salad, whose beneficial properties are associated with a rich composition.

  Wukipedia writes about Chuk algae as a representative of aquatic flora from a biological point of view. They belong to the group of brown algae found in shallow water in China, Japan and Russia. They are not difficult to obtain, since such algae do not fall below 100 m. Thanks to freezing and fermentation technologies, Wakame can be easily delivered worldwide to countries where it does not grow.

The diet of the wealthy nobility of Japan was significantly different from the food that the poor consumed. For example, beef, pork, and most seafood were not available last. More often than not, poor people ate what they cultivated or mined themselves. It was the peasants who discovered for Japanese cuisine such a product as Chuka algae, the benefits of which later became undeniable. Later they became the hallmark of Asian folk cooking and infiltrated the most expensive restaurants in the world.

  What Wikipedia Says About

Seaweed Chuka

• The presence of allergies;
• Product grown in environmentally unsafe conditions;
  
• Age up to 12 years;
  
• The presence of thyroid disease;
  
• Pregnancy.

Calorie Chuk salad

Cooking a simple salad with Chuka

Chuka salad is known far beyond the borders of Japan and is very popular both at home and around the world. The composition of Chukamoz salad can vary and is not the only one established. The fact is that the Wakame seaweed in question is used as an ingredient in many salads of Japanese cuisine.

Ingredients for Chuki Sauce

To enhance the benefits of the salad, and its taste to acquire bright colors, algae must be properly marinated. To do this, take on board the composition of a simple and delicious marinade sauce:

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· ½ cup of clean water;

2 tsp starch;

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· 2 tsp lemon juice.

Cooking process:

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and set on low heat.

2. Stir, but do not boil.

3. Cool the mixture until warm, and then marinate the Wakame seaweed for at least an hour.

Thus, the beneficial properties increase significantly, and the taste becomes much more saturated and exotic.
Fresh carrots, chicken or beef meat, sesame and other products are perfectly suited to it.
  We suggest you cook a chuka salad in a classic interpretation.

Ingredients for Chuka Salad:

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1 chili pepper

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100 ml of water;

· 30 ml of vegetable oil;

· 1 tbsp sesame oil;

· 1 tsp starch.

Cooking process:

1. Boil seaweed in salted water. Throw it in a colander, and drain the liquid into a separate bowl.

2. Dissolve starch in a liquid and heat up to a density. After the mass has cooled, add salt, sugar, rice vinegar, nut and vegetable oil and chopped chili pepper to it.

3. Cut the mushrooms into thin strips.

4. Dry the sesame seeds in a pan without adding oil.

5. Combine all the ingredients and place on a beautiful flat plate.

Chuck Salad Benefits for Men

What is Chuka salad good for men? For the Japanese, this is not only a storehouse of vitamins and a kind of vitamin cocktail. First of all, the benefit is that he is a very powerful aphrodisiac. Useful properties extend to the intimate sphere of life, loved by the men of Japan. They know that wakama helps them to maintain their masculine strength and be confident in themselves for many years to the advanced years. And what could be more important for the representative of the stronger sex and proud samurai?

Chuka salad is a common name for a number of seaweeds, which are a kind of exotic for us, but are quite an everyday occurrence among the Japanese. It should be noted that the salad of chuk, the benefits and harms of which have been discussed in recent years even in popular culinary television programs, is not really a salad. This is an algae that grows in clean waters on underwater rocks. It is called wakame. This algae attracts attention due to its properties that are extremely useful for the human body and composition, which can rightly be called unique.

The benefits and harms of chuk salad

I must say that algae is a completely natural source of iodine. By this indicator, it can even be compared with seaweed. However, it is not so versatile culinary. Salads are not always obtained with it, but a healthy chukka salad can easily boast that it can be used not only for salads, but also for creating rolls, gunkans, etc. At the same time, the harm of chuk salad is minimal. It is dangerous exclusively for those who do not want a large amount of iodine. Do not also forget about individual tolerance.

It should be noted that today there are a large number of different diets that include the possibility of using this salad. After all, it is unique in that there is a lot of fiber and an incredibly small amount of fat. And those that are are useful, for example, omega-3 fatty acid, which the body needs to feel better and increase its defenses. So that the calorie content of chuka salad will not be a problem for the body, although there is no stable indicator here. Much depends on the form in which the alga is simply dried or, for example, pickled.

In addition to iodine, which has already been said, the salad has a lot. For example, A, C, E, B, PP, K. Useful properties of chuk salad are based on a balanced combination of microelements among themselves and such a combination can very rarely be seen elsewhere. That's why the chuk is so in demand. With him, well-being really sets in and the metabolism normalizes, which is especially important for those who are overweight due to its slowdown.

Many people are not aware of the benefits and harms of chuk salad, some have never even heard of this particular dish. Prepared on the basis of special algae, it noticeably differs in taste from the usual kelp of many. In terms of chemical composition, the mass is in no way inferior to the more famous analogue, and even surpasses it in some respects.

It is enough to try the product only once, and you will definitely want to introduce it into your diet on an ongoing basis. If we also take into account its therapeutic properties, the question of the appropriateness of the presence of dishes in the menu will immediately disappear.

What is chuka salad?

Like many other seaweed dishes, Chuka salad came to us from Japan. Despite the fact that there are several dozens of recipes and options for preparing a special dish today, in any case, its basis is chuka. This is one of the varieties of brown algae that grows off the coast of China, Japan and Russia at a depth of not more than 100 m. It translates as “chuka” as “Chinese”, it was from this country that the harvest was originally brought to Japan.

Today, these unusual algae have learned to freeze and dry, which significantly facilitated their transportation and increased the shelf life of the products. It is noteworthy that such options for exposure to raw materials do not detract from their merits and practically do not change the chemical composition. If a few hundred years ago, chuka was considered food for peasants, today the product is equated with delicacies. Fortunately, such changes did not affect its value. The product remains accessible to everyone today.

The composition of the salad of chuk and its benefits for the body

Mineral elements deserve special attention in the composition of the chuk. There are a lot of them, they are very different and are presented in unusually large volumes. The presence of vitamins A, groups B, C, E, PP, D and K only increase the benefits of the product. Not many algae can boast of this, but proteins, amino acids, fatty acids are present in the chuk. Collagen with plant fiber is also present in their composition.

By entering chuka salad on the menu, you can count on such changes in health status:

• The walls of blood vessels are strengthened, the work of the heart is normalized, the likelihood of developing myocardial infarction is reduced.
• Excessive harmful cholesterol is removed from the blood, which facilitates the condition with atherosclerosis or prevents its occurrence.
• The functionality of the digestive system increases. Slags and toxins are removed from the tissues. The work of the pancreas is normalized, bile is more actively secreted.

• 100 g of seaweed for salad contains only 60 kcal, which allows you to use the dish to get rid of excess weight and reduce blood sugar.
• The presence of iodine and a number of other minerals in the composition of the chuk positively affects the state of the thyroid gland.
• The regular use of a dietary dish leads to blood purification, improved kidney function, and rejuvenation of the whole body.
• Chuka algae is indispensable for athletes. They can become a source of vegetable protein, which is perfectly absorbed and used by the body to increase muscle volume.
• The stimulating effect of lettuce leads to an improvement in brain function, elimination of traces of chronic fatigue, and an increase in the ability to focus on a specific goal. This is especially important in childhood with excessive loads at school and in the case of the development of senile dementia in the elderly.
• For men, the introduction of chuk in the diet is indicated with the goal of normalizing the functioning of the prostate gland.
• A unique product will help women improve blood circulation in the pelvic organs and accelerate the healing of mucous membranes after injuries or diseases.

In Japan, the preparation of chuk salads has been introduced into the rank of art. Each province has its own recipes and secrets. Regardless of the approach, the benefits of the finished dish will be expressed, and will manifest itself very soon.

Recipe for classic Chuka Seaweed Salad

Even those people who have never experienced warm feelings for algae in any form, have a very special attitude to the salad of chuk. The main ingredient in this dish doesn't smell so much iodine. It has an appetizing green color and a pleasant mild taste. Attracted by culinary experts and its versatility. Products can be safely combined with a variety of components. The main thing to keep in mind is that the too simple taste of the algae themselves must be emphasized with saturated sauces.

One of the simplest recipes for a specific dish looks like this:

• In addition to the algae themselves, take 0.5 cups of water and, 2 teaspoons, and lemon juice.
• We prepare algae separately, depending on the state in which they were originally. Usually they need to be thawed and scalded with boiling water. It is better to read the instructions on the package so as not to spoil the main component.
• Now prepare the sauce. To do this, combine all other ingredients in a saucepan and knead them thoroughly until smooth. Then we put the workpiece on fire and, stirring, heat. The mass should thicken, but do not let it boil.
• It remains only to remove the sauce from the fire, pour it with prepared chuka and sprinkle with fried sesame seeds.

Today, Chuk salads can also be purchased ready-made. The benefits from them will be considerable, but the taste qualities of such dishes may not please. And supporters of diet food should pay attention to the calorie content of store sauces. In general, it is better to cook such dishes yourself, and, just before serving.

Rules for the selection and storage of chuck salad

The benefits and harms of a unique composition can only appear if you approach the purchase of the main ingredient and its storage correctly. First of all, the place of their growth and the correctness of transportation affect the value of products. In stores, products are most often found frozen. If the freezing was shock (immediately to -18 ..- 20ºС), then such a mass will completely retain the necessary substances.

Before buying a chuk, you should pay attention to such points:

1. Place of collection and shelf life.
2. The presence of snow and ice in the package. If they are, the goods were thawed and frozen again. Such raw materials have practically no value; it can even harm the body.
3. Colour. A high-quality product should be green - from a bright green shade to dark emerald. The presence of dark or brown spots is unacceptable.
4. Texture. If the algae is a continuous lump or several separate pieces, this indicates a violation of the conditions for their freezing and storage.

Frozen composition can be stored in the freezer at a temperature of no higher than -18ºС. After defrosting, lettuce should be used within 1 month. Repeated freezing will lead to the destruction of all vitamins, so it should be avoided. Ready meals in the form of preserves can be stored for 4 months in the refrigerator, but only if they have not been opened.

Harm and danger of Chuk salad

When introducing a healthy salad into the diet, extreme caution must be exercised. Like any new product, algae can cause an allergic reaction, which happens not so rarely. Here are a few more potential dangers to keep in mind:

• You should not buy algae grown in dubious regions or offered by a little-known producer. Plant fibers are able to absorb harmful substances, therefore, coming from an unfavorable environment, they can become a poison for the body.
• Due to the high iodine content, it is better not to introduce products into the diet of children under the age of 12 years. The unstable hormonal balance of the body can be disturbed due to this.
• People with thyroid disease should consult their healthcare provider before introducing a chuk into their diet.
• Pregnant women should use these products only on the recommendation of a doctor. In the first months of pregnancy, the composition can cause heartburn, in the last there is a risk of contractions.

In combination with sauces, Chuka seaweed salad is very nutritious and nutritious. It can act as a side dish or an independent dish. The use of snacks as a snack gives good results. The main thing is to remember that everything is useful in moderation and not to abuse the ingredient.

Want to make up for a deficiency of vitamins? Eat Chuka Salad! Thinking of diversifying your usual diet? Eat Chuka Salad! Would you like to join the centuries-old cultural traditions of Asian countries? Eat Chuka Salad!

The deceptive name of Chuka salad does not hide the usual greens, such as arugula or Iceberg lettuce, but real seaweed. More precisely, mix of wild algae Kaiso, Wakame and Kombu. By its organoleptic properties, this salad is much more tender and softer than the seaweed that is more familiar to us, it has a less pronounced smell of iodine.

Juicy, with pleasant notes of pungency, Chuka salad goes well with rice, buckwheat and glass noodles, Chinese nut sauce, shrimp, fish, chicken, avocado and vegetables, ideal as a side dish for rolls. It is good on its own - with a finely grated daikon or vinegar dressing, hot red pepper and sesame seeds. The texture of the salad is very pleasant: moderately soft, moderately crispy and elastic.

Chuck Salad Benefits

The influence of overseas delicacy on the human body is invaluable. Chuk has such an abundance of vitamins, minerals and active compounds that it is just right to replace a number of ordinary multivitamins. Just look what these brightly emerald algae melt in themselves: calcium, potassium, manganese, copper, zinc, phosphorus, sodium, selenium, iron, iodine; vitamins C, B, E, A, PP, D and K; thiamine, choline, phytohormones, omega-3 fatty acids, amino acids, enzymes, and plant fiber.

Individually, each of the elements is aimed at solving one specific problem, but together they have a powerful anti-aging effect, slow down aging and inhibit the action of free radicals. Regular consumption of Chuka salad helps to cleanse the kidneys and blood, restores the gastric mucosa, helps increase stamina and overall immunity. In the stomach, it behaves like adsorbents, absorbing and removing toxins from the body.

The work of the cardiovascular system is stabilized, the walls of blood vessels are strengthened, the risk of a heart attack is reduced. Among people who prefer Chuk salad to any other, far fewer who suffer from atherosclerosis suffer from depressive conditions. In Japan, the properties of a powerful sexual stimulant are attributed to him, universally using in many recipes of traditional medicine.

Low calorie content ( only 58-60 kcal per 100 grams) makes Chuck salad a welcome guest in dietary diets. The almost complete absence of fats and an impressive amount of protein - the main building material for muscles, makes this marine delicacy an indispensable product for athletes.

However, a salad is also good for those who are engaged in mental work and, due to circumstances, are forced to face frequent nervous overstrain. Chuk algae improves brain activity and restores strength, allows you to return focus and perseverance.

Harm Chuka salad

Chuck salad has few contraindications: individual intolerance and thyroid disease. Like any other seafood, the salad contains a large amount of iodine, which can have a negative effect on the body in case of any malfunction of the endocrine system.

For the same reason, they are not advised to abuse Chuk's salad in the diet of children under 12 years old. An overly active effect on the metabolic processes in a fragile organism, which is undergoing the formation process, can lead to completely unforeseen consequences. In particular, to problems of a hormonal nature or pathological stagnation of fluid in the body.

How to choose Chuka salad?

On the shelves of our stores Chuka gets mostly frozen. This storage method allows you to minimize the loss of nutrients and preserve taste. In no case do not buy Chuka salad from unknown manufacturers. Algae are natural marine cleaners. If they were collected in ecologically unfavorable areas, there is a great risk that the product may contain not only useful, but also extremely dangerous elements.

When choosing a salad, you should give preference to transparent or translucent packages, through which the contents are clearly visible. The salad should be clean, free of debris and impurities. Only a small amount of pure ice crystals is allowed, which indicates the correct storage conditions.

If there is a lot of snow in the package, this means that the salad has repeatedly been frozen and thawed. Consequently, it has lost most of all useful substances and, in the best case, will be useless ballast for the body. At worst, it can even be harmful. For example, lead to eating disorders or poisoning.