How to Make Sea Moss Gel

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Instructions

Place the dried sea moss in a large bowl, cover it with water, and massage the sea moss. Be sure to remove any visible dirt and debris. Drain and repeat this step once more..
Place the sea moss in a large bowl and cover it with filtered or spring water (do not use tap water). Allow the sea moss to soak for 12-24 hours at room temperature..
Once you have your soaked sea moss, remove it from the water, and transfer it to a clean, dry plate.
Add the sea moss to a high-powered blender and add the water. Start with 1 cup of water and add more if necessary (no more than 2 cups total).
Blend until it is smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer the Sea Moss into an airtight container/mason jar, and refrigerate. The sea moss gel will thicken in the fridge after 2 hours.
Transfer the Sea Moss into an airtight mason jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months..
Enjoy 1-2 tablespoons a day in smoothies, soups, jams, tea, coffee, etc.

Notes

Start with 1 cup of water when blending and add up to 2 cups, to reach your desired consistency. Remember, the sea moss gel will thicken when you put it in the fridge.
The recipe will yield at least 300ml or more, depending on how thick your sea moss is.
Use alkaline or spring water to clean, soak, and blend the sea moss.
The amount of water you use will depend on how thick you want your sea moss gel.
When you initially blend the sea moss it may appear runny. The Sea Moss will thicken in the fridge.
Sea Moss can last in the fridge for 2 weeks.
Squeeze lime to preserve freshness
You can store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
You can also pour it into an ice-cube tray and freeze the sea moss for later use. This is perfect for taking the cubes and throwing them into your smoothies.
Add 1-2 tbsp to water and drink as a daily health drink OR add 1-2 tbsp to your favourite smoothie to give it a delicious creamy consistency.
You can also try applying our Sea Moss gel directly to the face as a natural face mask, just leave for 30 mins then rinse thoroughly.
Add 1-2 tbsp to your soups, stews, curries, and other dishes for an extra boost.
Sea Moss gel can also be used as a vegan gelatine replacement in baking.

How does Sea Moss taste?

Providing it has been prepared correctly and has been washed and rinsed prior to blending into a gel, the Sea Moss is pretty much tasteless and should not change the taste of any smoothie or food dish it is added to.

STORE: Store Sea Moss Gel in an airtight container. It can last in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can also pour it into an ice-cube tray and freeze the sea moss for later use. This is perfect for taking the cubes and throwing them into your smoothies.

What does bad Sea Moss smell like?

Always be mindful of checking your sea moss gel before consuming it. Storing conditions vary and can impact how long the sea moss gel will last and be safe for consumption. If you open your sea moss gel and it has a pungent fishy smell, smells sour, or has any signs of moulding or discoloration, this indicates that the sea moss has spoiled. Do not consume it and make sure to immediately throw it in the trash.

HOW MUCH TO TAKE: : The recommended amount of Sea Moss Gel to take daily is 1-2 tablespoons per day.