Two Gracilaria species, limu manauea and ogo (Gracilaria parvisipora) are used interchangeably. Limu manauea is 4"-6" tall, with cylindrical branches dark rose to light pink; ogo is taller (10"-12") with slightly flattened branches. It is illegal to gather reproductive plants (with dark "bumps").

Nov 4, 2023 · Although many types exist, none is more popular and well-regarded than limu kohu (Asparagopsis taxiformis). This attractive reddish-white aquatic plant delivers a pungent flavor, which pairs...

May 1, 2023 · Off Kaiona Beach along the curving sweep of Waimānalo Bay, the Waimānalo Limu Hui has been planting limu manauea, or ogo, the Japanese name it’s widely known by. Today, it’s the most common...

Nov 11, 2022 · Limu manauea, also known as ogo, is commonly used in poke. It’s grown commercially by two companies — one on Hawaii island, the other on Oahu — as well as at Waikolua Loko Ia in Kaneohe....

Jul 23, 2020 · Seaweed: Limu kohu is an edible red seaweed that is the most traditional for poke. Get it from a local market or ask around if you’re in the islands. It’s a real delicacy and nearly impossible to find on the mainland. Ogo also works great.

Oct 16, 2023 · You just have to take a stroll along the shore to find locals gathering various types, including limu kohu. This reddish-brown seaweed has a subtly salty taste that works perfectly in poke bowls. Another treat from the deep is ogo, a crisp, briny plant best enjoyed in salads or eaten fresh with a splash of soy sauce and sesame oil.

1/2 cup chopped limu kohu or ogo (or green onion including the bulbs) 1 tsp. pure sesame oil; 1/8 tsp. seeded/chopped Hawaiian red chili pepper (or Thai red pepper) 2 teaspoons ground, roasted kukui nuts (or toasted sesame seeds)

Gracilaria parvispora, also known by the common names long ogo, [1] red ogo, [2] or simply ogo, [3] is a large species of marine red alga in the genus Gracilaria, endemic to Hawaii. It is highly sought after as an edible seaweed and is popular in mariculture and the marine aquarium trade. Also known as limu ogo in Hawaiian. [4]

Ogo is eaten raw or after cooking briefly, and is mostly commonly used in making poke. Edible algae in Hawaii are called limu, and are used both for food and cultural practices. The Hawaiians consumed and used the most limu species of any of the Pacific Islanders.

Nov 14, 2021 · Ahi Limu Kohu Poke Recipe - We are excited to welcome Kimo into our kitchen where he shares stories of his Lahaina family.