What is it?Sea moss, also scientifically known as Chondrus crispus, is a type of red algae or seaweed found on the Atlantic shores of North America, Europe and the Caribbean IslandsDespite being classified as ared-algae, sea moss, in its natural form, has various colours. The algae are red at the base, turns green toward the centre, and is blue coloured at the tips of the thallus.The red colour of the algae can be attributed to the presence of a pigment known as phycoerythrin, either alone or in conjunction with phycocyanin. Historical/Traditional useUsed often in Caribbean cultures, sea moss is processed into a gel which is added to many traditional dishes from soups to desserts, acting as a thickening agent and adding a mild salty tasteDuring the Irish Potato Famine, this red algae became a popular affordable food source in Ireland due to its promising nutritional profile and ability to thicken soups and add a creamy texture in jellies and custards without drastical