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Laverbread

Laverbread

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A traditional Welsh laverbread made from slow-cooked seaweed, rich and savoury, perfect with seafood or classic breakfasts.

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Laverbread is a traditional Welsh delicacy, made from laver seaweed that is carefully cooked down to create a rich, savoury paste. With its unique flavour and smooth texture, it has been enjoyed for generations as part of a classic British seafood breakfast.

Why it’s special: Our laverbread is prepared using sustainably harvested seaweed from the clean waters of the Welsh coast. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and iodine, it is as nutritious as it is distinctive, and always delivered fresh.

Quality & versatility: Laverbread is naturally high in nutrients and low in calories, making it a healthy and traditional addition to your table. It pairs perfectly with seafood, bacon, and oats, or can be added to soups, stews, and breads.

Serving inspiration: Serve with cockles and bacon for a traditional Welsh breakfast, or stir into risottos and pasta dishes for a savoury, umami-rich flavour boost.

Product Origin & Details

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Catch Area: Wales

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Storage, Allergens & Ingredients

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Storage Guidance:
This product is delivered fresh. Keep refrigerated below 5°C and consume by the best-before date on the label. Once opened, use within 2 days.

Allergen Information:
CONTAINS SEAWEED. Produced in an environment that handles FISH, CRUSTACEANS, MOLLUSCS & MILK.

Ingredients:
100% Laver Seaweed (Porphyra umbilicalis)

Suitable for Freezing: YES

Nutritional Information

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Typical values per 100g

Energy: 64 kcal / 270 kJ
Fat: 1.0g
- of which saturates: 0.3g
Carbohydrate: 9.0g
- of which sugars: 0g
Protein: 4.0g
Salt: 0.60g

Delivery & Collection

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UK Delivery (DPD): £4.95 on orders under £60, free over £60. Delivered Wed-Sat with full tracking and a 1-hour delivery slot.

Click & Collect: Free from Bovey Tracey or Launceston.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is laverbread?

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Laverbread is a traditional Welsh delicacy made from seaweed that has been slowly cooked until soft and rich in flavour. It has a smooth texture and a distinctive savoury taste, often enjoyed as part of a traditional Welsh breakfast.

How is laverbread traditionally served?

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Laverbread is often mixed with oats and lightly fried to make small laverbread cakes. It is traditionally served with bacon and eggs as part of a Welsh breakfast, but it can also be added to seafood dishes or spread on toast.

Is laverbread ready to eat?

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Yes. Laverbread is fully cooked during preparation and can be eaten as it is, although it is most commonly lightly fried or warmed before serving.

What does laverbread taste like?

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Laverbread has a rich, savoury flavour with natural umami notes from the seaweed. Its unique taste pairs well with seafood, bacon and other hearty breakfast ingredients.

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