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Sea moss is a fantastic superfood with numerous health benefits! Making sea moss gel is simple and can be used in a variety of ways, from smoothies to face masks and much more! Learn How to Make Sea Moss Gel at home so you can start reaping the benefits right away!
Meet the New Superfood Star
In the past couple of years, sea moss has received more attention online than any other “superfood” or supplement. Sea moss has become a major trend since Kim Kardashian started tweeting about its benefits in 2020.
Having been popularized by health influencers and, more recently, Erewhon’s Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie, sea moss has made its way into the mainstream.
With its promise of weight loss and horniness, sea moss, or Irish moss, is a booming ingredient in health foods. Many wellness bloggers share their recipes for sea moss smoothies, claiming they can increase energy levels, help users lose weight, and improve the skin.
Learn how to make sea moss gel today using only 2 ingredients!
Uses of Sea Moss Gel
When mixed with foods and liquids, sea moss has no taste (at all), which is why I love it so much and why it can be added to so many different foods!
Try using sea moss gel in your:
- Smoothies and juices
- Instead of a thickening agent in cooking
- Salad dressing
- Fruit dipping sauce
- Face mask
- Hair mask
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Sea moss gel should be kept in the refrigerator in an airtight container. When refrigerated, it can last up to 3 weeks. Sea moss gel should not be stored in pantries or at room temperature because it will spoil. Only raw, dried sea moss can be stored in a sealed bag at room temperature. It usually lasts up to a year.
Sea moss gel is technically edible on its own. Some people don’t mind the taste and prefer to drink it alone. It may have a slight seaweed flavor on its own, however, it has no taste when mixed into juices and smoothies, or when used as a thickener in soups or desserts.
Sea moss is a rich source of iodine, a mineral that helps regulate thyroid activity. However, too much iodine in your diet can be harmful to your health. Keep track of how much sea moss you consume each day and stick to the recommended amount of 1 to 2 tablespoons (4 to 8 grams).
The soaking method takes a little longer but it’s worth it if you prefer raw. It also preserves the nutrients better than using heat.
Top Tips
- First, make sure to rinse the sea moss weed thoroughly under water. The aroma of the sea that emanates from a packet of our Irish Moss is a sure sign that it is genuine. However, it may be unappealing to some. The ocean flavor will fade and the color will lighten as you rinse it.
- Make sure you have a clean, airtight storage container.
- Once you’ve made the gel (using either of these methods), store it in a clean container with a lid in the fridge. After about 2 hours, a gel will form.
- The gel will keep in the fridge for about 3-4weeks. If you make too much, you can freeze it and it will keep for up to 3-4 months.
- A typical daily serving is 1-2 tablespoons of the gel, but experiment to see what works best for you.
- You can boost your sea moss gel by adding some drops alkaline water.
- You need a very good blender to make your sea moss gel smooth. I use my Vitamix which blends it perfectly. When you first blend the sea moss, it may appear runny, but when you put it in the fridge, it will thicken.
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2 Ways to Make Sea Moss Gel
Make your own Irish Moss gel at home using one of these two tried and tested methods: simmer sea moss or soak overnight.
Sea Moss Gel Ingredients
- Sea moss raw seaweed
- spring water/filtered water
Soak Overnight
This method takes a little longer, but it’s worth it if you prefer raw foods because it preserves nutrients better than heat.
First, place a cup of cleaned sea moss in a bowl and cover with enough filtered/spring water to completely submerge the seaweed (a little extra on top as the seaweed will expand and absorb the water). Cover and set aside for 12 to 24 hours.
The seaweed will expand and absorb water as it soaks. It feels gooey and slippery when you touch it.
Use this mixture as is after soaking, or blend with a blender until smooth. You don’t have to throw away any of the water the moss has been soaking in; instead, strain the solids through a sieve to remove any undissolved fragments. If necessary, scrape the sieve with a spoon. I personally use fresh new reverse osmosis water.
Transfer to a clean jar or mold to set.
If you don’t want to use it in your gel, apply it to your skin or add it to your house plants.
Simmer Sea Moss
If you don’t like to consume raw sea moss, try this method:
Combine one cup of cleaned Irish moss (or less if you want a soft set) with two cups of filtered/spring water.
Gently simmer until most of the seaweed has dissolved (20 -25 minutes). Do not bring to a boil.
Blend until smooth with a blender, or strain the solids through a sieve to remove any undissolved fragments. If necessary, scrape the sieve with a spoon.
To set, pour the gel into a clean jar or mold.
Make Your Own Flavor
Delicious Additions
You can enjoy the incredible benefits of sea moss gel by adding it to your smoothies.
What makes a sea moss smoothie so delicious?
Smoothies are by far one of the simplest ways to incorporate more nutrient-dense foods into your diet.
Seriously, even the pickiest eaters are unlikely to be alarmed by a sneaky prune or legume in your delicious smoothie concoction.
It’s no surprise, then, that sea moss has become one of the newest go-to smoothie additions that everyone can’t get enough of—after all, it’s packed with health benefits.
Here are some great sea moss smoothie ideas.
- Pineapple sea moss smoothie
- Date sea moss smoothie
- Strawberry sea moss smoothie
- Passion fruit sea moss smoothie
- Mango sea moss smoothie
- Blueberry smoothie
Simply add your fresh or frozen fruits, blend with the sea moss gel, and enjoy! Keep in mind that sea moss contains 92 of the minerals our body needs. It also helps relieve stress, supports digestion, and may improve joint health.
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How to Make Sea Moss Gel
Equipment
- clean mason jar or airtight container
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw sea moss
- 2 cups spring water
Instructions
- First, place a cup of raw wild crafted sea moss in a medium bowl and repeatedly rinse the sea moss, about 4 times.
- cover with enough reverse osmosis filtered or spring water to completely submerge the seaweed (a little extra on top as the seaweed will expand and absorb the water). Cover and set aside for 12 to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- The seaweed will expand and absorb water as it soaks. It feels gooey and slippery when you touch it.
- After soaking place the soaked and drained sea moss in high-speed blender with 2 cups of spring water or reverse osmosis water and blend until smooth. You can add 5-7 pieces of pitted dates to add some sweetness and taste if you choose to.
- Transfer to a clean jar or air tight container and refrigerate. Sea moss gel can last in the refrigerator for 2-4 weeks and up to 4 months in the freezer.
Notes
- First, make sure to rinse the sea moss weed thoroughly under water. The aroma of the sea that emanates from a packet of our Irish Moss is a sure sign that it is genuine. However, it may be unappealing to some. The ocean flavor will fade and the color will lighten as you rinse it.
- Make sure you have a clean, airtight storage container.
- Once you’ve made the gel (using either of these methods), store it in a clean container with a lid in the fridge. After about 2 hours, a gel will form.
- The gel will keep in the fridge for about 3-4 weeks. If you make too much, you can freeze it and it will keep for up to 3-4 months.
- A typical daily serving is 1-2 tablespoons of the gel, but experiment to see what works best for you.
- You can boost your sea moss gel by adding some drops alkaline booster in the water.
- You need a very good blender to make your sea moss gel smooth. I use my Vitamix which blends it perfectly. When you first blend the sea moss, it may not form into a gel immediately, but when you put it in the fridge, it will thicken.
