Nori is a dried, pressed sheet of red seaweed, usually roasted, used in Japanese cooking to wrap sushi and rice balls. It has a savory, ocean flavor and a crisp texture that softens with moisture.

What is nori used for?

Nori is used to wrap sushi rolls (maki), hand rolls (temaki) and onigiri, and is crumbled over rice, ramen and soups. Shredded or sheet nori also garnishes noodles and okonomiyaki.

How do I choose nori for sushi?

Choose sushi nori sheets labeled for sushi, such as Takaokaya Sushihane or Shirakiku Roasted Seaweed Premium Gold, that are dark and evenly roasted. Full-size sheets suit maki rolls; half-cut sheets suit hand rolls.

Is nori the same as seaweed snack or gim?

Nori, Korean gim (laver) and seaweed snacks are all made from the same kind of red seaweed. Nori is plain roasted sheets for wrapping, while seaweed snacks and gim are often seasoned with oil and salt.

How should I store nori?

Nori should be kept sealed in its original bag with a desiccant packet, in a cool, dry place. Humidity makes nori limp, so close it tightly or store it in an airtight container after opening.

Do I need to toast nori before using it?

Most nori sold as roasted seaweed is ready to use, so no toasting is needed. Briefly waving a sheet over low heat can re-crisp it if it has softened.

What can I use instead of nori?

Soy paper, thin omelet sheets, rice paper or cucumber slices can replace nori for sushi-style wraps. Roasted Korean seaweed sheets can also be used for onigiri, although they are often seasoned.

Where can I buy nori near me?

Weee! carries nori sheets from brands such as Shirakiku, Takaokaya and Surasang. Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options.

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Where to buy nori near me?

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Top 5 products for Nori

#1

Shirakiku Roasted Seaweed, Premium Gold 10 sheets 26 g

Shirakiku Roasted Seaweed Premium Gold is a pack of 10 roasted nori sheets. Use for sushi rolls, onigiri or hand rolls when you want a crisp, evenly roasted sheet.

$3.14 - $3.99

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靜芳
I have repurchased it multiple times and am a regular customer.
weee.14050866
The leaves are firm and less prone to tearing.
Maruru
I bought this for making rolls. Since it contains 10 sheets, I was able to make many rolls.
So crunchy
joyfeng1012
Very crushing and fresh not too Oily perfect for korean style
石榴花开
This seaweed is of pretty good quality.
kan
Can’t wait to try with some rice.
weee.17888698
My go-to for hand-rolled sushi and rice balls! I love the crispy texture!
allielavv
Bought it to make sushi and handrolls at home , delicious! Will purchase again
weee.8568871
good product packaged very well

#2

Takaokaya Sushihane Roasted Seaweed 10pc 21 g

Takaokaya Sushihane Roasted Seaweed comes in a 10-sheet pack of nori made for sushi. Use for maki and temaki where a thin, crisp wrap matters.

$2.99 - $4.79

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Yumiko San
Hand rolls are eaten frequently in this house, and this nori is always crispy and fresh.
jinrock2013
Thank you!
Eli
I made my first purchase based on reviews saying it is perfect for rolling gimbap.
TC
I heard it's delicious seaweed, so I'm looking forward to using it.
mia.kapiyva
It was bent, but both my older child and the baby love it. I think it tastes better than seasoned seaweed.
Yooyoo
I like it because it doesn't tear easily!!
Nguyễn
Good quality seaweed, not too salty and easy to work with.
Chihuahuayay
I bought it because it was on sale. It's delicious roasted seaweed.
Emma
The date is ok and on sales
fami
I bought some firm seaweed to make rice balls haha.

#3

Nori Tokusen Roasted Seaweed 50 sheets 3.7 oz

Nori Tokusen Roasted Seaweed is a 50-sheet pack of roasted nori, a practical size for family sushi nights, meal prep or regular onigiri.

$14.84 - $18.49

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김민석
Seaweed for gimbap... I like it. I ordered more.
n
I bought this because I use nori (seaweed) when making rice balls. I cut it into rice ball-sized pieces and use it that way.
kinacoweee
Since it's a bit pricey, I wait for mini-sales before buying it
weee.17990936
I bought this for a hand-rolled sushi party.
weee.12890366
This is the first time I've received something in a vacuum-sealed package.
ysliu0223
Homemade rice rolls are perfect for group meals! They're also great as breakfast!
weee.12421637
Delicious...can be used to make many dishes.
Sarah
I used the seaweed to eat it with my poke bowl so yummy!
non
It was delicious!
눈사람
I bought this because the reviews were good.

#4

Surasang Roasted Seaweed, Sushi Nori 50 Sheets 120 g

Surasang Roasted Seaweed Sushi Nori is a 50-sheet pack of roasted sheets for sushi and kimbap-style rolls. Handy for batch cooking and sharing.

$13.49 - $17.99

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sho
It's true nori,delicious
suess
I got a great deal on the sale. Thank you.
jalaikana71
It's hard to find a pack of 50 sheets these days, but I happened to find one at Weee, so I snapped it up. The price isn't exactly cheap, though. Now that I've received it, it doesn't seem like 50 sheets, perhaps because of the vacuum packaging. I'm sure it will be there once I open the package. I plan to make some delicious mini gimbap. I'm hoping the seaweed tastes good, as it is important for gimbap.
devdot4
Great seaweed for snacking or sushi
deepakhanal42
Very Crispy and Tasty. Brought me back to my visit in Japan. Perfect for making sushi it even includes how to make it! To store add another ziplock bag if done properly can be stored for long amount of time. Took no time to finish although!
兔子哩脑阔
It's delicious! I'll definitely buy it again!
jaylamoon9499
The seaweed from a different brand I bought before kept bursting at the sides, so I tried a different one. If this is good, I plan to stick with it.
weee.17943107
Yeyy! Sushi cravings satisfied
Young
I bought seaweed sheets for gimbap. I'm going to make gimbap.
weee.17466661
My daughter enjoyed making sushi with these wraps.

#5

Shirakiku Organic Roasted Seaweed 10sheets 26 g

Shirakiku Organic Roasted Seaweed offers 10 roasted nori sheets in an organic-labeled pack. A good pick for sushi, rice balls and wraps if you prefer an organic option.

$3.49 - $4.29

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annice kitchen
The kelp looked good, ready to make sushi rolls.
weee.14544064
This is my first purchase. The price is stable and seems good.
hadarby0618
Let's make sushi this weekend to satisfy our cravings!
EmNgoc
My kids love this
Saya
Sooo yummy
sneezing1022
Perfect for making sushi and creative bento boxes! Kids love seaweed!
weee.14227891
It's thick and delicious. It's a shame it arrived folded.
Maggie Mi
I made sandwich rice balls for my child, and they turned out much better than I expected—no rice leaked out! I always worry about rice leaking out when I buy rice at the supermarket.
ceciliabp1803
great for making sushi
weee.8822597
yummy but only 10 sheets

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Frequently asked questions

What is nori?
Nori is a dried, pressed sheet of red seaweed, usually roasted, used in Japanese cooking to wrap sushi and rice balls. It has a savory, ocean flavor and a crisp texture that softens with moisture.
How do I choose nori for sushi?
Choose sushi nori sheets labeled for sushi, such as Takaokaya Sushihane or Shirakiku Roasted Seaweed Premium Gold, that are dark and evenly roasted. Full-size sheets suit maki rolls; half-cut sheets suit hand rolls.
How should I store nori?
Nori should be kept sealed in its original bag with a desiccant packet, in a cool, dry place. Humidity makes nori limp, so close it tightly or store it in an airtight container after opening.
What can I use instead of nori?
Soy paper, thin omelet sheets, rice paper or cucumber slices can replace nori for sushi-style wraps. Roasted Korean seaweed sheets can also be used for onigiri, although they are often seasoned.

What is nori used for?
Nori is used to wrap sushi rolls (maki), hand rolls (temaki) and onigiri, and is crumbled over rice, ramen and soups. Shredded or sheet nori also garnishes noodles and okonomiyaki.
Is nori the same as seaweed snack or gim?
Nori, Korean gim (laver) and seaweed snacks are all made from the same kind of red seaweed. Nori is plain roasted sheets for wrapping, while seaweed snacks and gim are often seasoned with oil and salt.
Do I need to toast nori before using it?
Most nori sold as roasted seaweed is ready to use, so no toasting is needed. Briefly waving a sheet over low heat can re-crisp it if it has softened.
Where can I buy nori near me?
Weee! carries nori sheets from brands such as Shirakiku, Takaokaya and Surasang. Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options.

靜芳
I have repurchased it multiple times and am a regular customer.
weee.14050866
The leaves are firm and less prone to tearing.
Maruru
I bought this for making rolls. Since it contains 10 sheets, I was able to make many rolls.
So crunchy
joyfeng1012
Very crushing and fresh not too Oily perfect for korean style
石榴花开
This seaweed is of pretty good quality.
kan
Can’t wait to try with some rice.
weee.17888698
My go-to for hand-rolled sushi and rice balls! I love the crispy texture!
allielavv
Bought it to make sushi and handrolls at home , delicious! Will purchase again
weee.8568871
good product packaged very well
Yumiko San
Hand rolls are eaten frequently in this house, and this nori is always crispy and fresh.
jinrock2013
Thank you!
Eli
I made my first purchase based on reviews saying it is perfect for rolling gimbap.
TC
I heard it's delicious seaweed, so I'm looking forward to using it.
mia.kapiyva
It was bent, but both my older child and the baby love it. I think it tastes better than seasoned seaweed.
Yooyoo
I like it because it doesn't tear easily!!
Nguyễn
Good quality seaweed, not too salty and easy to work with.
Chihuahuayay
I bought it because it was on sale. It's delicious roasted seaweed.
Emma
The date is ok and on sales
fami
I bought some firm seaweed to make rice balls haha.
김민석
Seaweed for gimbap... I like it. I ordered more.
n
I bought this because I use nori (seaweed) when making rice balls. I cut it into rice ball-sized pieces and use it that way.
kinacoweee
Since it's a bit pricey, I wait for mini-sales before buying it
weee.17990936
I bought this for a hand-rolled sushi party.
weee.12890366
This is the first time I've received something in a vacuum-sealed package.
ysliu0223
Homemade rice rolls are perfect for group meals! They're also great as breakfast!
weee.12421637
Delicious...can be used to make many dishes.
Sarah
I used the seaweed to eat it with my poke bowl so yummy!
non
It was delicious!
눈사람
I bought this because the reviews were good.
sho
It's true nori,delicious
suess
I got a great deal on the sale. Thank you.
jalaikana71
It's hard to find a pack of 50 sheets these days, but I happened to find one at Weee, so I snapped it up. The price isn't exactly cheap, though. Now that I've received it, it doesn't seem like 50 sheets, perhaps because of the vacuum packaging. I'm sure it will be there once I open the package. I plan to make some delicious mini gimbap. I'm hoping the seaweed tastes good, as it is important for gimbap.
devdot4
Great seaweed for snacking or sushi
deepakhanal42
Very Crispy and Tasty. Brought me back to my visit in Japan. Perfect for making sushi it even includes how to make it! To store add another ziplock bag if done properly can be stored for long amount of time. Took no time to finish although!
兔子哩脑阔
It's delicious! I'll definitely buy it again!
jaylamoon9499
The seaweed from a different brand I bought before kept bursting at the sides, so I tried a different one. If this is good, I plan to stick with it.
weee.17943107
Yeyy! Sushi cravings satisfied
Young
I bought seaweed sheets for gimbap. I'm going to make gimbap.
weee.17466661
My daughter enjoyed making sushi with these wraps.
annice kitchen
The kelp looked good, ready to make sushi rolls.
weee.14544064
This is my first purchase. The price is stable and seems good.
hadarby0618
Let's make sushi this weekend to satisfy our cravings!
EmNgoc
My kids love this
Saya
Sooo yummy
sneezing1022
Perfect for making sushi and creative bento boxes! Kids love seaweed!
weee.14227891
It's thick and delicious. It's a shame it arrived folded.
Maggie Mi
I made sandwich rice balls for my child, and they turned out much better than I expected—no rice leaked out! I always worry about rice leaking out when I buy rice at the supermarket.
ceciliabp1803
great for making sushi
weee.8822597
yummy but only 10 sheets