
salt to taste
Contains sodium and chloride, essential electrolytes for nerve and muscle function; excessive intake is associated with increased blood pressure in salt-sensitive individuals.
About
Salt is a crystalline mineral compound of sodium chloride (NaCl) that occurs naturally in seawater, underground deposits, and salt lakes. It is one of the most ancient and fundamental seasoning ingredients in human cuisine, with archaeological evidence of salt production dating back thousands of years. The flavor profile is purely salty with no sweetness, bitterness, or sourness—its role is to enhance and amplify other flavors rather than contribute its own. Salt exists in numerous forms, ranging from fine table salt to coarse sea salt crystals, with variations in mineral content and production methods affecting subtle differences in taste and application.
Culinary Uses
Salt serves as the primary seasoning agent in virtually all savory cooking traditions worldwide. Beyond flavor enhancement, it functions as a preservative (in curing and brining), a texture modifier (in doughs and batters), and a catalyst for enzymatic reactions (breaking down proteins in marinades). It is essential in balanced seasoning for soups, sauces, meats, vegetables, and grains. Salt is also used in finishing dishes, where coarse or specialty salts provide visual appeal and textural contrast. The phrase "to taste" indicates seasoning to individual preference, typically added gradually in small increments during cooking and at the table.
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Recipes Using salt to taste (545)
Shrimp al Pincho
Shrimp al Pincho from the Recidemia collection
Shrimp Kebabs
Cooking time: 1 hour Serves 4
Shrimp Toast
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group This Y-group is
Sierra Leonean Groundnut Stew
Sierra Leonean Groundnut Stew from the Recidemia collection
Sierra Leonean Jollof Rice
Sierra Leonean Jollof Rice from the Recidemia collection
Simpler Mango Chutney
It's delicious served with vegetable fritters (pakora), chips or crudités
Simple Salad
Simple Salad from the Recidemia collection
Singapore Chicken Soup
Singapore Chicken Soup
Sirok I
There are several variations to flavoring the sirok. Some people add sugar and vanilla instead of salt and pepper or combinations of that. Parsley is used and one friend insists that only whole peppercorns should be used.
Skinny Chicken and Vegetable Fettuccine Alfredo
A Karen Danielson recipe from The Sneaky Kitchen
Sobji Bhaji
Sobji Bhaji from the Recidemia collection
Somosa
Somosa from the Recidemia collection
Sopa de Caracol
Sopa de Caracol from the Recidemia collection
Sopa de Topinambur
30px| Sopa de Topinambur This unusual soup is good both hot and cold - but particularly hot, I think, when cold winds are blowing and these sunchokes start showing up in the market.
Soto Chili Sauce
Soto Chili Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Soulful Black-eyed Peas
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
Sour Soup
Sour Soup from the Recidemia collection
SOUSE
SOUSE from the Recidemia collection

Spaghetti alle Vongole
Spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti and clams) originated in Naples and is very popular throughout the surrounding Campania region in addition to Rome. Italians prepare this dish two ways: with tomatoes (in rosso) and without (in bianco).
Spaghetti alle Vongole
Spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti and clams) originated in Naples and is very popular throughout the surrounding Campania region in addition to Rome. Italians prepare this dish two ways: with tomatoes (in rosso) and without (in bianco).
Spiced Chicken with Spinach
Contributed by Judi M. Phelps * Yield: 4 servings
Spicy California Avocado Corn Salad
A spicy, creamy, sweet and crunchy salad with corn, avocados, and Onion.
Spicy Chilli Chicken
- cooked Kerala style.
Spicy Crab Cakes
These crab cakes get an extra kick from cayenne pepper.
Spicy Crab Cakes
These crab cakes get an extra kick from cayenne pepper.
Spicy Indian Soup
Spicy Indian Soup
Spicy Moong Dal Waffles
Spicy Moong Dal Waffles from the Recidemia collection
Squash with Peanut
Squash with Peanut from the Recidemia collection
Squash with Peanuts
Squash with peanuts
Sri Lankan Duck
Sri Lankan Duck from the Recidemia collection
Steamed Callaloo
Steamed Callaloo from the Recidemia collection
Steamed Fish
In Uganda the cooking method most often used is wrapping the in banana leaves and dropping it into boiling water. salt is the basic seasoning - anything else by way of flavoring depends on what’s at hand.
Stuffed Chicken Breasts with Spinach and Feta
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at
Stuffed Tomatoes with Paneer and Vegetables
Colourful, tempting and tasty.
Susan's Banana Pudding
Susan's Banana Pudding from the Recidemia collection
Sweet and Sour Salad
Sweet & Sour Salad
Taco Style Beef Jerky Marinade
This is an easy to prepare Beef Jerky Marinade. Its unusual flavor is a welcome change from the same old beef jerky marinade flavors commonly available.
Tajikistan Bread with Spinach
Tajikistan Bread with Spinach from the Recidemia collection
Tajikistan Lamb with Spinach
Tajikistan Lamb with Spinach from the Recidemia collection
Tameta Kothmir nu Shorbo
Recipe courtesy of Bal Bhadra Singh, Corporate Master Chef at Bandhani Restaurant at The Pride Hotel, Ahmedabad. Contributed by Indiancuisineandculture Y-Group ...
Tandoori Fish
Tandoori Fish from the Recidemia collection
Tandoori Roti
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Tariwale Matar-Alu
Tariwale Matar-Alu
Taro and Meat
Taro and Meat from the Recidemia collection
Thai-Inspired Stir-Fry
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Thalipith
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Thanatsone
Thanatsone (Mixed Vegetable Salad with sesame seed) is best served as an accompaniment to rice and curry. It’s also the perfect main dish for vegetarians.
Thanksgiving Loaf
Thanksgiving Loaf from the Recidemia collection
Thoran
Ethnicity - South Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Thotakoora Fry
Thotakoora Fry from the Recidemia collection