Poke rice

[Sussan ScoolinaryTeam]

Hi Agnese Miljona

If you don’t have access to dried kombu seaweed, there are alternatives you can use. While kombu is ideal for adding umami flavor to rice, you can try the following:

Nori: Although nori has a different flavor profile than kombu, you can crumble it and add it to the rice to give it a subtle sea-like flavor. It’s not exactly the same, but it can work as an alternative.

Dried mushrooms (shiitake): Soaking dried mushrooms in water can create a similar umami flavor. You can then use that liquid to cook the rice.

Instant dashi broth: If you have access to dashi powder (which contains kombu and bonito), you can dissolve a small amount in the water used to cook the rice.

Seaweed-enriched sea salt: Some stores sell salt mixed with seaweed, which can provide a similar touch of flavor.

Could you let us know which country you’re in? That way, we can help you find a physical or online store where kombu seaweed might be available.

I hope this information is helpful.

Best regards.

[Agnese Miljona]

Thank you a lot Sussan! Im from Latvia 🙂 I have already started to search for the kombu online, as Im really curious about the original result :)) Thanks for your advice!

[Sussan ScoolinaryTeam]

Hi Agnese Miljona

Great! You already know you can use alternatives in case you can’t find kombu. If you have any other questions, I’ll be happy to help you solve them.

Best regards.

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