How long does it take to soak dried kelp before eating?
Soak dried kelp in cold water for about 30 minutes and rise. Wash the dirt on the surface of kelp before soaking and change the water, then change the water every 20 minutes for 20 minutes. However, it depends on the quality of kelp. It doesn't matter if the kelp meat is thick and hard for a long time, otherwise the time will be shorter.
How long does dried kelp soak?
Generally speaking, the soaking time of kelp is determined by the texture and arsenic content of kelp. If it is a tender kelp with low arsenic content, the soaking time should not be too long, but if it is hard and high arsenic content, it needs to be soaked for a long time.
After soaking dried kelp in water for 5 to 10 hour, its arsenic content is still as high as 5 mg/kg. After soaking in water for 24 hours, its arsenic content can reach the food safety standard. Therefore, it is best to soak dried kelp for a long time before eating.