Plastic waste has become a highly prevalent issue that we Australians face in 2021 and have been for decades. In light of the plethora of educational resources we find now, we are at the hands of an easily accessible way to learn about how to reduce our contribution to waste.
The plastic problem starts here. According to the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, Australia uses around 70 billion pieces of soft ‘scrunchable’ plastics, such as food wrappers, each year and 84% of plastic used is sent to landfill and only 13% is recycled.
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Impact of Plastic to Our Planet
According to the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment:
- By 2050, it is estimated that plastic in the oceans will outweigh fish
- Our use of plastic is increasing, and across the world will double by 2040
- In Australia approximately 130,000 tonnes of plastic leaks into the marine environment each year
Naked Asian Grocer
Growing up as an Australian born Asian, it has allowed me to use my knowledge now that stems from sustainable instagrams, blogs and various articles to allow me to make a more conscious decision when purchasing food.
Walking into the Asian grocery during my childhood and now has allowed me to realise just how much plastic packaging is used to wrap up such delicious goods! With amazing, easy meals such as the famous Shin Ramen instant noodles to simple spices such as star anise and cinnamon sitting in plastic bags – it has become a common practice to turn a blind eye to how much plastic waste that is made solely from the food we buy.
Learning how to be zero waste with your asian food may seem daunting but Naked Asian Grocer makes it that much easier.
Naked Asian Grocer is the first Australian Asian Grocer to be zero waste. They aim to provide delicious, asian food staples to your pantry in the amounts you need to reduce both food and plastic waste. Although it has been an incredibly difficult journey to source some of these foods in bulk without the bad stuff, they have made it clear to their consumers their priorities.
Naked Asian Grocer’s Priorities
1) NO Single Use Plastics
Naked Asian Grocery does not provide single use plastics, and when receiving them from overseas manufacturers, they bulk recycle these plastics frequently and reuse when they can!
2) Offsetting Carbon Emissions
With it being difficult to locally source some Asian ingredients within Australia, Naked Asian Grocery makes it a point of concern to always offset their carbon emissions through GreenFleet and solely use Sendle as they are 100% carbon neutral.
3) High Quality
No zero-waste store providing delicious ingredients can offer their products to customers without trying it first! The team at Naked Asian Grocer make it a point to ensure the food they sell is up to par with their values and priorities. They also have strict quality control standards to ensure they are providing the best ingredients they can for their consumers.
Noodle Soup Kit – SHOP NOW!
Noodle Soup Kit
You’ll know the most common Asian, instant food seen all over grocery stores is instant noodles! From the classic Mi Goreng noodle packets to the popular fire noodles made by Samyang, it’s deliciousness is always contained in plastic!
At Naked Asian Grocer, they offer a zero-waste and equally as delicious option for your instant noodle cravings without the plastic! They’ve curated a simple 3 step way to use their Noodle Kit, retailing for only $10. Find it here!
What’s inside?
- Egg noodles
- Dried Shiitake
- Mushroom Slices
- Dashi Powder
- Shredded Seaweed
- Fried Shallots
How to cook it?
- Add egg noodles into boiling water for 4 minutes. Drain water then set aside.
- In the same pot, boil a bowl full of water (approximately 350ml). Add 1 tsp of dashi stock powder and some shredded mushroom. Cook for 2 minutes, or until mushrooms are soft.
- Add egg noodles into the broth. Remove from heat. Garnish with a pinch of shredded seaweed and fried shallots. Serve immediately.
And as a great incentive, if you subscribe to their newsletter today, you’ll receive a FREE Noodle Soup Kit with your first purchase with Naked Asian Grocer.
Ditch The Plastic
With such a great company like Naked Asian Grocery and their incredible range of Asian ingredients you can use for your next dish such as a variety of herbs, spices, noodles, tea and rice – you’re bound to switch your asian grocery shop here!
The transition in reducing your waste is imperative in lowering your carbon footprint and contribution to the already large waste we put onto our planet. Slowly start ditching the plastics with simple swaps like these and enjoy the same food while helping out our planet and ecosystems.
FAQs
What is the definition of single use plastic?
Single-use plastics are goods that are made primarily from fossil fuel–based chemicals (petrochemicals) and are meant to be disposed of right after use—often, in mere minutes. Single-use plastics are most commonly used for packaging and serviceware, such as bottles, wrappers, straws, and bags.
What can I use instead of single use plastic?
Plastic free alternatives: Stainless steel straws, bamboo straws, silicone bags, solid shampoo and conditioner, support brands that use plastic-free packaging, etc.
How much waste does Australia produce each year?
In 2016-17 Australia generated about 67 million tonnes of waste, and that figure is increasing. The cost of food waste alone to the economy is estimated at $20 billion each year. We all need to take action on waste.
