wakame stem; central rib of wakame leaf
Refers specifically to the thick central stem of the wakame seaweed, often sold separately as a crunchy ingredient for salads and simmered dishes.
See also: わかめ
Vinegared wakame stem is refreshing and delicious.
This salad contains thinly sliced wakame stem.
Common mixed kanji-kana spelling for the wakame stem.
Full kanji spelling; less common but still used, especially in formal or traditional contexts.
Compound of 茎 (くき, 'stem') and わかめ ('wakame seaweed').