Latok

Common Name(s):
Sea Grapes
,
Green Caviar
Scientific Name:
Caulerpa lentillifera
BOTANICAL DESCRIPTION
Latok is a type of algae found along the coastal regions of Asia Pacific. Their appearance looks like long bunches of miniature grapes.
HABITAT
Now cultivated in many parts of Asia Pacific, it grows on shallow and sandy seabeds.
SEASON
N/A
TASTE/AROMA
Briny and fresh, with a popping texture like caviar when eaten. As it takes on the flavor of the waters it is in, care must be taken to harvest it from clean sources.
COMMON USE
Eaten as is or as part of local salads.
USE IN DEWAKAN
Latok is served with crab, keranji, and plum wine gel. It is also dehydrated into powder and folded into butter.
SOURCES