
salt
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.
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Recipes Using salt (6,202)
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.
Sour Cream Chocolate Cake
Original recipe Makes 16 squares
Sour Cream Drop Cookies
Sour Cream Drop Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Sour Cream Fettuccine
Sour cream fettuccine from Fiasco, in Marina Del Rey From "Catsrecipes Y-Group" Source: my old recipes Serves 8
Sour Cream-Ginger Cookies
Sour Cream-Ginger Cookies from the Recidemia collection
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.
Sour Cream-Rhubarb Squares
Sour Cream-Rhubarb Squares from the Recidemia collection
Sour Cream Sauce
In Romanian: Sos de smantana
Sour Cream Substitute
Contributed by Delma at Catsrecipes Y-Group
Sour Cream Waffles
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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.
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.
Sour Soup with Chicken
In Romanian: Borş de pui
Sour Soup with Dry Beans
In Romanian: Borş de fasole boabe
Sour Soup with Fish and Sauerkraut Liquid
In Romanian: Ciorba de peste cu zeama de varza
Sour Soup with Fish Balls
In Romanian:Bors cu perisoare de peste
Sour Soup with Fish Balls I
Sour Soup with Fish Balls I from the Recidemia collection
Sour Soup with Green Beans
Sour Soup with Green Beans from the Recidemia collection
Sour Soup with Green Beans I
In Romanian: Borş de fasole verde I
Sour Soup with Green Beans II
In Romanian: Bors de fasole verde II
Sour Soup with Lamb
Sour Soup with Lamb from the Recidemia collection
Sour Soup with Lettuce
In Romanian: Ciorba de salata
Sour Soup with Veal
In Romanian: Bors de vitel
Sousboontjies
Sweet and sour beans in sauce. Modern South African “sousboontjies” are made from a speckled bean known as a sugar beans (lima beans).
Souse
Souse from the Recidemia collection
Sousi Pa Gnon
Sousi Pa Gnon from the Recidemia collection
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?
Southern Baked Steak Plantation-style
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: Come Into
Southern Baked Tofu
Southern Baked Tofu from the Recidemia collection
Southern Cole Slaw
This can be made in a food processor or with a shredder. Best made in food processor.
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).
Southern-fried Jerk Chicken
Southern-fried Jerk Chicken from the Recidemia collection
Southern Jambalaya
Southern Jambalaya Stick to your ribs cooking, Cajun-style.
Southern Peach Shortcake
Southern Peach Shortcake from the Recidemia collection
Southern-style Fresh Pole Beans
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: The Illust
Southern Style Greens
Southern Style Greens from the Recidemia collection
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
South of the Border Flip
TVP tacos
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.
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
Southwestern Bean Salad
Southwestern Bean Salad from the Recidemia collection
Southwestern Casserole
Southwestern Casserole from the Recidemia collection
Southwestern Garden Pizza
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at World Re
Southwestern Macaroni
Southwestern Macaroni from the Recidemia collection
Southwestern Pork and Beans
Southwestern Pork and Beans from the Recidemia collection
Southwestern Rice and Black Bean Salad
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Southwestern Sloppy Joes
Original recipe Source: Diabetic Cooking Magazine Submitted by: dlife 9 Servings
Southwestern Stew on Soft Polenta
Southwestern Stew on Soft Polenta from the Recidemia collection
SouthWestern-Style Black Bean Salad
Serves: 6 servings Calories: 303 calories Prep Time: 20 mintues Occasion: Any Effort: Easy
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.