The Chinese call Sea Cucumber Hai shen,
which means "sea ginseng" ,
a reference to its healing properties. It has been used for thousands of years by Asians
as a culinary delicacy.
Belongs to Phylum Echinodermata & Class Holothuroidea
| Type |
: near 2,000 types worldwide |
|
Edible |
: ~ 400 types |
| China |
: about 120 types |
|
Edible |
: ~ 20 types |
| Malaysia |
: about 50 types |
|
Edible |
: 4 types |
Golden Sea Cucumber :
Scientific name : Stichopus variegatus
Found in Langkawi Island of Malaysia, is one of the most valuable species with the highest
nutritional and medicinal value.
High protein, low fat without cholesterol, traditional tonic food
Sea Cucumber Nutritional Value (Dried)
| Energy |
: 78 calories / 100 g |
Carbohydrate |
: 6 - 10% |
| Protein |
: 55 - 85% |
Fat |
: 0.8 - 1.0% |
| 9 essential amino acids |
Vitamins & minerals |
| 95% collagen |
|
