Marine Plankton Vein La Palma® It is a sea flavor enhancer. A unique food and a true revolution in the kitchen. It can be used to add flavors and aromas to seafood and fish in the elaboration of different recipes.
The history of marine plankton
His love for the sea, the constant search for new flavors for his cuisine made him Chef of the Sea, Angel León (2 Michelin stars for Aponiente), will begin to investigate the world of micro-seaweed. And it is there, precisely at that moment, when the company Marine Phytoplankton crossed his path. They started working on this innovative product: Veta La Palma® Marine Plankton.
It has been more than fourteen years since Fitoplancton Marino, SL started with the cultivation of micro-seaweed or phytoplankton. It was for various sectors such as dermocosmetics or aquariums. But for 8 years Marine Phytoplankton he began to work in order to achieve a goal.
It was the authorization of a lyophilized micro-algae product for gastronomy. A challenge that arose thanks to the alliance of Marine Phytoplankton and the Chef of the Sea.
This was the origin of a joint work to develop a new food that would serve as sea flavor enhancer. A challenge that was achieved in March 2014, with the obtaining of a "Novel Food" in Europe. This authorizes exclusively to Marine Phytoplankton for its cultivation and commercialization.
This is the product of the sea
Its color is Verde intense, consistent in appearance. Has a aromatic intensity is very high and with a great taste of the sea. In addition, it is a product 100% natural and vegetable, suitable for the consumption of any person. Even if they have an allergy to fish and shellfish. Also celiacs, vegetarians or vegans can consume without problem Marine Plankton.
With just a subtle amount, Marine Plankton also contributes important healthy properties. Since it has essential minerals such as iron, calcium, phosphorus, iodine, magnesium or potassium. In addition, it contains omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, as well as a high content of vitamins B12, C and E. Its composition also contains other antioxidant compounds. These are responsible for neutralizing free radicals that damage our cells.
Its use in simple elaborations
This innovative product is grown in the facilities of Marine Phytoplankton SL, located in The Port of Santa María (Cádiz). It is a biotech plant or 'marine gardens'. Wherever the conditions for the cultivation of the micro-seaweed that occur on the farm Veta La Palma. This is a bio-sustainability enclave located in the heart of the Doñana Natural Park.
Marine Plankton is available in formats of 250g, 100g, 50g and 15g. It can be used in very simple preparations, such as a mayonnaise. Also in others a little more complex like a foam, For example.
Bars, gastro-bars, restaurants and Michelin stars have creations with marine plankton. They are also arriving little by little in stores good gourmet food and they are finalizing the details of their own store online.
