1. Baked Laver/Gim: This popular Korean dish is made with a layer of cooked laver, mixed vegetables and often a protein like beef or pork. The ingredients are all baked together at high heat for a few minutes until the top is golden brown. This dish is usually served with a side of rice or noodles.
2. Laver/Gim Bibimbap: This traditional Korean dish consists of cooked white rice, vegetables, gochujang (red chili paste), and laver as the main ingredients. The mixture is stirred together until it’s hot and all the flavors are incorporated. It can be topped with a sunny side up egg, sesame oil and other garnishes like nuts or seaweed flakes for extra flavor.
3. Laver/Gim Soup: This simple yet flavorful soup is made by simmering laver in a broth of your choice (typically beef or chicken). Fresh vegetables such as carrots and mushrooms are also added to enhance the flavor. This is a great way to get in some extra nutrition on a cold day.
4. Laver/Gim Pancakes: These savory pancakes combined with vegetables and laver provide an excellent balance of flavors. The pancakes can be served as a side or main dish, depending on the ingredients and size of the pancakes.
5. Laver/Gim Fried Rice: This classic Chinese dish is a great way to use up left over rice. The fried rice is made with laver, vegetables, eggs, soy sauce and sometimes meat as well. It’s a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by all!