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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.003.0091.001

Spice Braised Chicken with Dates and Almonds

Spice Braised Chicken with Dates and Almonds from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.004.0486.001

Spice Cake

Spice Cake from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.005.0583.001

Spice Cookies I

Spice Cookies I from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.005.0584.001

Spice Cookies II

Spice Cookies II from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BV.004.0158.001

Spiced Carrot Orange Soup

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Cunningham Estate in Seven Points, Texas in 1999.

RCI-VG.004.1294.001

Spiced Dhal Soup

Spiced Dhal Soup from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.001.0556.001

Spiced Eggplant Salad

Spiced Eggplant Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SN.004.0153.001

Spiced Nuts

This is a family favorite and so easy to make. I always use pecans. For years I have filled some type of small container and given for gifts.

RCI-SN.004.0154.001

Spiced Pecans

I always triple the recipe, because this doesn't make enough. Cook Time: 30 min.

RCI-BR.006.0312.001

Spiced Pumpkin Bars

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RCI-SP.002.0203.002

Spiced Pumpkin Soup

Spiced Pumpkin Soup from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.002.0203.001

Spiced Pumpkin Soup

Soups

RCI-DS.004.0248.001

Spiced Raspberry Rhubarb Cobbler

Spiced Raspberry Rhubarb Cobbler from the Recidemia collection

RCI-RC.001.0212.001

Spiced rice pilaf

Spiced rice pilaf from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.004.0488.001

Spice Fruitcake

Dessert Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe May be frozen.

RCI-SC.007.0291.001

Spice rub

A spice rub is a mixture of salt, herbs, and spices. A spice rub can be as simple as a large amount of pepper, like in Steak au' Poirve, or as complex as 100 spices.

RCI-SF.001.0340.001

Spice-rubbed Catfish Kebobs with Southwestern Salsa

A Catfish recipe.

RCI-MT.004.0756.002

Spice Rubbed Grilled Chicken Breast

Spice Rubbed Grilled Chicken Breast from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.004.0756.001

Spice Rubbed Grilled Chicken Breast

Spice Rubbed Grilled Chicken Breast from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.002.0276.001

Spicy Apple Glazed Pork Roast

Spicy Apple Glazed Pork Roast from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.001.0247.001

Spicy Beef Salad

A classic Thai dish. My idea of a perfect Thai meal: Chicken Satay, Pad Thai, Spicy Beef Salad and Thai Iced Tea. Prep time does not include 1 hour of chilling time for dressing. Nothing really substitutes for lemongrass.

RCI-SP.003.0642.001

Spicy Black Bean Chili

Contributed by Jenn b aka Mom2sam and Tiny at World Re

RCI-VG.004.1299.001

Spicy Black Bean Dip

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

RCI-VG.004.1301.001

Spicy Black Bean Salad

Spicy Black Bean Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1302.001

Spicy Black Beans with Tomatoes, Onions, and Cilantro

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RCI-SP.003.0643.001

Spicy Black-eyed Pea Soup

Easy to make in the crock pot. Has a great Cajun flavor. Goes great with cornbread on the side. Enjoy!

RCI-RC.001.0213.001

Spicy Brazilian Rice

Spicy Brazilian Rice from the Recidemia collection

RCI-ND.002.0139.001

Spicy Cajun Pasta

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Braham Estate in Greenville, Texas in 1992.

RCI-EG.002.0072.001

Spicy Cajun-style Scrambled Eggs in a Hot Avocado Half-shell

Spicy Cajun-style Scrambled Eggs in a Hot Avocado Half-shell from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.002.0043.001

Spicy Carrot Aioli

Every vegan should know about aioli and related sauces. They add a creaminess which can be otherwise rare in vegan cooking. The key to the not-vegan-tasting deliciousness of an aioli is the garlic / olive oil emulsion.

RCI-BR.003.0382.001

Spicy Carrot Bread

Spicy Carrot Bread

RCI-SP.003.0644.001

Spicy Cheese Chicken Tortilla Soup

Here is an incredibly good soup. I have used Frito chips as a garnish and it was great! You can also cut a flour tortilla into thin strips and deep-fry in oil for tortilla strips.

RCI-SC.007.0295.001

Spicy Chocolate Sauce

Spicy Chocolate Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.003.0383.001

Spicy Corn Bread

Bread

RCI-RC.004.0279.001

Spicy Curry Fried Rice

Recipe by Hooked on Heat

RCI-EG.002.0073.001

Spicy Eggs

This recipe is for 4 servings.

RCI-RC.004.0280.001

Spicy Fried Rice

Spicy Fried Rice from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.004.0761.001

Spicy Fried Wings

No need for wing sauce. These are already plenty hot.

RCI-SF.001.0341.001

Spicy Grilled Catfish

A Catfish recipe.

RCI-ND.001.0116.001

Spicy Jalapeno Shrimp Pasta

Source: Better Homes And Gardens, Contributed by Catsrec

Spicy Kimchi Mushroom Pancakes
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Spicy Kimchi Mushroom Pancakes

300px| Spicy Kimchi Mushroom Pancakes This recipe is for 2 – 3 servings. Preparation: 35 minutes.

RCI-VG.004.1310.001

Spicy Lentils

Spicy Lentils from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.005.0284.001

Spicy Meat Loaf

Spicy Meat Loaf from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SN.004.0156.001

Spicy Plantain Chips

Spicy Plantain Chips from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.003.0384.001

Spicy Pumpkin Bread

Pumpkin Bread

RCI-BR.006.0313.001

Spicy Pumpkin Pie I

Spicy Pumpkin Pie I from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.001.0250.001

Spicy Roast Brisket

This dish is a spicy beef brisket roast. It may be served with mashed potatoes.

RCI-VG.004.1313.001

Spicy Roasted Eggplant with Tofu

Spicy Roasted Eggplant with Tofu from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.002.0170.001

Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Tired of mashed sweet potatoes with marshmallows on top? These roasted sweet potatoes are awesome, and simple to make.

RCI-RC.001.0214.001

Spicy Thai Rice

Makes 6 servings