Although its name may not be particularly appetizing, bladderwrack is
actually quite tasty. The plant can be used fresh, but its flavor is
greatly enhanced when dried. New England clam bake enthusiasts not only
enjoy snacking on the dried kelp “as is” but also know that a layer of
bladderwrack smoldering in the clambake pit will impart salty-smoky
flavor to the seafood and vegetables steaming above.
Bladderwrack Bladderwrack contains naturally occurring plant compounds, including mucilaginous polysaccharides such as algin, fucans, and fucoidans. These compounds contribute to the herb’s characteristic texture and have made bladderwrack a longstanding ingredient in traditional botanical and food-related applications.
