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Salt provides essential sodium and chloride minerals critical for nerve transmission, muscle contraction, and electrolyte balance, though dietary moderation is recommended due to health associations with excessive sodium intake.

About

Salt is a naturally occurring mineral compound composed primarily of sodium chloride (NaCl), essential for human physiological function and one of the oldest food preservation and flavoring agents known to civilization. Extracted through evaporation of seawater, mineral deposits, or underground salt mines, salt exists in multiple crystalline forms ranging from fine powder to large mineral nuggets. The main types include sea salt, rock salt (halite), kosher salt, and specialty salts such as Himalayan pink salt and fleur de sel, each with distinct grain sizes, mineral compositions, and textural properties that influence their culinary applications.

Culinary Uses

Salt serves as the primary flavor enhancer and seasoning across virtually all culinary traditions, enhancing natural flavors, suppressing bitterness, and balancing sweetness. Beyond its seasoning role, salt functions as a critical preservative through curing, brining, and dry-salting techniques in charcuterie, seafood preservation, and fermented foods. In baking and cooking, salt regulates gluten development, controls fermentation rates, and aids texture formation in breads, pastas, and cured meats. Different salt varieties—coarse kosher salt for finishing, fleur de sel for delicate garnish, and fine sea salt for baking—provide textural variation and mineral complexity to refined preparations.

Used In

Recipes Using salt (6,202)

RCI-MT.004.0745.001

Sour Cream Chicken Breasts

Made these tonight. They were fantastic and very quick to assemble. The flavor was really good, chicken was moist and tender. The crackers really added to the dish! Contributed by SF&SC Y-Group.

RCI-BR.004.0477.001

Sour Cream Chocolate Cake

Original recipe Makes 16 squares

RCI-BR.005.0573.001

Sour Cream Drop Cookies

Sour Cream Drop Cookies from the Recidemia collection

RCI-ND.002.0132.001

Sour Cream Fettuccine

Sour cream fettuccine from Fiasco, in Marina Del Rey From "Catsrecipes Y-Group" Source: my old recipes Serves 8

RCI-BR.005.0574.001

Sour Cream-Ginger Cookies

Sour Cream-Ginger Cookies from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.002.0164.001

Sour Cream Potatoes

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Henry Estate in Dallas, Texas in 1980.

RCI-BR.005.0575.001

Sour Cream-Rhubarb Squares

Sour Cream-Rhubarb Squares from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.001.0055.001

Sour Cream Sauce

In Romanian: Sos de smantana

RCI-SC.007.0282.001

Sour Cream Substitute

Contributed by Delma at Catsrecipes Y-Group

RCI-BR.008.0192.001

Sour Cream Waffles

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RCI-BR.001.0243.001

Sourdough Beer Bread

Not a dense bread. It's a rustic looking loaf that ought to be just the thing with stews or hearty soups. With only 2 cups of flour, this makes a small (14 oz) loaf with a crunchy crust and a light interior.

RCI-BR.008.0193.001

Sour Milk Griddle Cakes

From my Grandmother’s Estate. Notation on card says this was one of several griddlecake recipes served at church breakfast fundraisers for years. Dated 1928.

RCI-SP.003.0625.001

Sour Soup with Chicken

In Romanian: Borş de pui

RCI-VG.004.1264.001

Sour Soup with Dry Beans

In Romanian: Borş de fasole boabe

RCI-SP.003.0626.001

Sour Soup with Fish and Sauerkraut Liquid

In Romanian: Ciorba de peste cu zeama de varza

RCI-SP.001.0132.001

Sour Soup with Fish Balls

In Romanian:Bors cu perisoare de peste

RCI-SP.003.0627.001

Sour Soup with Fish Balls I

Sour Soup with Fish Balls I from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1265.001

Sour Soup with Green Beans

Sour Soup with Green Beans from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1266.001

Sour Soup with Green Beans I

In Romanian: Borş de fasole verde I

RCI-VG.004.1267.001

Sour Soup with Green Beans II

In Romanian: Bors de fasole verde II

RCI-SP.003.0628.001

Sour Soup with Lamb

Sour Soup with Lamb from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.003.0629.001

Sour Soup with Lettuce

In Romanian: Ciorba de salata

RCI-SP.003.0630.001

Sour Soup with Veal

In Romanian: Bors de vitel

RCI-VG.004.1268.001

Sousboontjies

Sweet and sour beans in sauce. Modern South African “sousboontjies” are made from a speckled bean known as a sugar beans (lima beans).

RCI-MT.002.0269.001

Souse

Souse from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SF.001.0336.001

Sousi Pa Gnon

Sousi Pa Gnon from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.007.0285.001

South Beach Barbecue Sauce

Looking to liven up your ordinary chicken breast or other lean meat? Invariably, many store-bought condiments and marinades are loaded with added sugars. What's the solution?

RCI-MT.001.0245.001

Southern Baked Steak Plantation-style

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: Come Into

RCI-VG.004.1269.001

Southern Baked Tofu

Southern Baked Tofu from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.001.0549.001

Southern Cole Slaw

This can be made in a food processor or with a shredder. Best made in food processor.

RCI-BR.003.0376.002

Southern Cornbread

- This is a hearty, unsweetened variety of cornbread, which is widely served in the Southeastern United States. It is easy to make--and is usually served as the bread portion of lunch or dinner (supper).

RCI-MT.004.0747.001

Southern-fried Jerk Chicken

Southern-fried Jerk Chicken from the Recidemia collection

RCI-RC.004.0274.001

Southern Jambalaya

Southern Jambalaya Stick to your ribs cooking, Cajun-style.

RCI-BR.004.0478.001

Southern Peach Shortcake

Southern Peach Shortcake from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1270.001

Southern-style Fresh Pole Beans

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: The Illust

RCI-VG.004.1271.001

Southern Style Greens

Southern Style Greens from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1272.001

Southern Style Mustard Greens

Fruit & Vegetable Recipes I by the South Carolina Department of agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Serves: 4

RCI-SP.003.0632.001

South of the Border Flip

TVP tacos

RCI-SN.001.0358.001

South of the Border Guacamole

Guacamole is best made as close to service as possible. Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap against the surface of the guacamole.

RCI-SC.005.0158.001

South-of-the-Border Watermelon Walla-Walla Sweet Onion Salsa

Fruit of the Month: Watermelon by the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Serves: 4

RCI-VG.004.1273.001

Southwestern Bean Salad

Southwestern Bean Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-ND.006.0071.001

Southwestern Casserole

Southwestern Casserole from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.001.0244.001

Southwestern Garden Pizza

Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at World Re

RCI-ND.006.0072.001

Southwestern Macaroni

Southwestern Macaroni from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1277.001

Southwestern Pork and Beans

Southwestern Pork and Beans from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1278.001

Southwestern Rice and Black Bean Salad

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RCI-SW.002.0105.001

Southwestern Sloppy Joes

Original recipe Source: Diabetic Cooking Magazine Submitted by: dlife 9 Servings

RCI-SP.003.0634.001

Southwestern Stew on Soft Polenta

Southwestern Stew on Soft Polenta from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1279.001

SouthWestern-Style Black Bean Salad

Serves: 6 servings Calories: 303 calories Prep Time: 20 mintues Occasion: Any Effort: Easy

RCI-MT.002.0273.001

Southwestern-style Rotisserie Pork Tenderloin

This nice pork tenderloin recipe has a great Southwestern kick. This dish is best complimented by a side of grilled vegetables.