News from Dansk Tang: Flash Brick Weed – a crunchy surprise

When you bite into it, the cylindrical cells crackle (see microscope image below), and for a moment you might think there’s sand in your mouth. But there isn’t – that unique crunch is exactly the experience of curly weed (Chaetomorpha linum). The species has been recorded in the Limfjord since 1964. Its flavour is mild – it’s the texture that makes all the difference.

A "wow" moment

Serve it as a small “wow moment” and tell the story. It’s delicious in a simple vinaigrette or marinade, for example with oysters. And if you really want to surprise, drizzle it with warm chocolate as a playful dessert twist.

Another two months

We’ll have curly weed for about two more months. It’s best eaten fresh – not recommended dried, as the crunch disappears.