Belonging to the seaweeds of the Laminaria family, Kombu is a greenish brown sea plant having a wide and thick leafy structure. For our Kombu seaweed, we only carefully select the delicate central part of the sea vegetable that offers the best texture and flavor. The kombu plants are washed and sundried before shredding and packaging. To use, bring Kombu pieces to a boil and remove the water before adding it to your delicious soups, stews, or noodles.