ke2

One of Korea’s most iconic food ingredients, gim (dried seaweed), has now become a beloved snack and ingredient worldwide. It’s easy to find gim snacks, roasted seaweed, and seaweed sheets in global supermarkets and online platforms like Amazon. But why is Korean gim enjoying such popularity around the world? Let’s take a look at the multiple reasons behind its global rise.     1. Recognized as a Healthy Superfood Gim is low in calories, rich in dietary fiber, and packed with minerals like calcium, iodine, and iron—making it a top choice for health-conscious consumers. It also contains omega-3, vitamins A, B, and C, making it attractive for vegan, gluten-free, and low-carb diets. Its clean label and nutrition profile have contributed to its superfood status worldwide. 2. The Power of Hallyu and K-Food The global success of Korean pop culture—K-pop (like BTS, BLACKPINK), dramas, and films—has fueled interest in Korean cuisine (K-Food). Gim naturall...