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(Chondracanthus chamissoi)
The species Chondracanthus chamissoi, is a red algae known by the common name of sea chicory, is characteristic and endemic to the South Pacific, specifically the coasts of Peru and north and south, it is distributed on the rocky coasteen the island and Macabi. In the Los Lagos region, the species inhabits the intertidal and subtidal, usually found between 0 and 15 m deep, grows on hard substrate, in sectors protected from waves and reaches a maximum size of 15 cm in summer. In this region it is not an abundant species and has been found on the coast of Puerto Chicama Island. Its consistency is fleshy, the fronds are narrow, they are born from a small basal disk, the thalli are branched dichotomously, a central axis with numerous proliferations in the form of thorns is distinguished and its maximum size is 15 cm. A particular aspect of this species is that it grows on the boulders generating small stolons or secondary attachment points which allow the formation of new thalli that can be independent individuals. This seaweed is exported dehydrated to Asian countries, who consume it in salads or to decorate dishes.
The collection of this algae is by diving, then washing, styling and letting it dry in the sun or in a dry and warm environment. Then store in containers Is an andemic species of the temperate coast of the south pacific that is Sandy bottoms, there are also crops of these algae. That has been used since pre - inca times in human food and is promising for: the extraction of carrageenan. The carrageenan. It is a viscous carbohydrate (sugar) capable of forming gelatins, it is extracted from these algae by means of a chemical method. Agar - Agar is used in the preparation of culture media for microorganisms. Carrageenan is used in the manufacture of dairy products, although it is also used in the textile, cosmetic, rmacy, typogra and other industries. Both substances are chemically related and have suspending, emulsifying, stabilizing, gelling properties while considering their direct consumption (fresh seaweed) due to its high protein and carbohydrate content.
II. VALUE NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION100 GRAMS GIGARTINA CHAMISOI DRIED
Calcium 362 Mg. Ashes 24.7 g. Iron 34 mg. Proteins12.6 mg
Magnesium 818 mg. Raw Fat (Oil) 0.1 g. srus 8.3 g. Total Dietary Fiber 46.6 g. Vitamin A 0.2 mg. arbohydrates Available 0.1 g.
Vitamin E1.9 mg. Energy (Kcal) 52.2 mg. Sodium 6243 mg. calories 85. g. protein 12 g.
fat 0.27 g fiber 47.5 g carbohydrates 8.67 g iron 32 Mg calcium 1,160 Mg srus 142.2 mg zinc 1.6 mg magnesium 1,015 mg manganese 1,130 mg all 490 mg potassium 3.46 mg sodium 3.45 mg histidine 140 mg. isoleucine 386 mg. leusin 560 mg. methionime 320 mg nylalanine 230 mg. threonine 500 mg trypton 90 mg. bag 500 mg Ac. Aspartic 1,150 mg. Glutamic Ac 1,138 mg. serine 600 mg. Glycine 570 mg. Cristina 1,830 mg. Alamina 800 mg. Arginine 590 mg. Folic acid 1.68 mg. tyrosine 370 mg. After its extraction, it is transported and received at the plant and the following procedures are carried out there. - Selection and cleaning of foreign materials to the product, be it pebbles, shells, et
- Packed in transparent plastic bagsn boxes with the weight according to the client, packed in boxes with stipulated weight.
Store at room temperature in a dry place. Preserve from direct sunlight and direct with the ground. Once opened store in an airtight container in a dry place and consume before the date of preferred consumption
- Intent to use: You need previous preparation of hydration and / or cooking.
- Hydration: Immerse in water for 5 minutes. Once hydrated, it increases 6 times its dry weight
- Cooking and uses: For 20 minutes and use in salads, scrambled eggs, soups, creams, stews and stews. Battered and fried. As a thickener and stabilizer in the preparation of sauces, jams and desserts.
- Intent to consume: General public except infants and young children.
Final destination: In supermarkets, fruit and vegetable sections and / or organic product section; specialized food stores, organic stores, greengrocers, herbalists and gourmet stores, national and international. Wechat Whatssap come in /p>
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