July 17, 2015
Researchers at Oregon State University, USA, have patented an algae that, when cooked, tastes like bacon.
Researchers at Oregon State University, USA, have patented an algae that, when cooked, tastes like bacon. It is a succulent red algae called ‘dulse’ growing very fast, has a lot of protein and tastes like bacon when cooked, according to a University.
The algae grows along the coast of the United States and when harvested reaches a price of about $ 90 per pound (half a kilo), according to representatives of the University.
This particular variety of kelp ‘dulse’ ‘seems a translucent red lettuce “and has been created over the last fifteen years by researcher Chris Langdon, the Hatfield Marine Science Center of Oregon State University.
Another professor at the University, Chuck Toombs had the idea of a new industry in Oregon and worked with the Food Innovation Center at the State University of Oregon in Portland, University sources said.
They received a grant from the Oregon Department of Agriculture and conducted many tests and trials. It was not likely or possible to create a full-fledged industry, but when cooked, tastes like bacon.
“In theory, you could create an industry in eastern Oregon, as well as along the coast, with some supplements,” says Langdon. “Only a sufficient amount of seawater is needed and a little sunshine”.
Source: abc27.com
