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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)

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Cauliflower-Broccoli Medley

Cauliflower-Broccoli Medley from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.0235.001

Cauliflower Casserole

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Goebel Estate in Royse City, Texas in 1988.

RCI-VG.004.0236.001

Cauliflower Home Fries

Cauliflower Home Fries from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.0237.001

Cauliflower in Almond Sauce (Coliflor en Salsa de Almendra)

This recipe is for 2 serves.

RCI-SN.002.0077.001

Cauliflower Pakora

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

RCI-SP.005.0037.001

Cauliflower-Potato Curry

Contributed by PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group

RCI-VG.001.0127.001

Cauliflower salad

In Romanian: Salata de conopida.

RCI-VG.004.0239.001

Cauliflower Scallions and Sesame Oil

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RCI-VG.004.0240.001

Cauliflower, Scallions and Sesame Oil

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RCI-VG.004.0241.001

Cauliflower with Butter and Breadcrumbs

In Romanian: Conopida cu unt si pesmet

RCI-VG.004.0243.001

Cauliflower with Potatoes

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RCI-ND.001.0020.001

Cavatappi Pasta and Chicken Cacciatore with Mushrooms

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Makes 12 servings

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Cavatelli Gnocchi with Broccoli and Raisins

Cavatelli with Broccoli and Raisins A typical Sicilian pasta recipe of "Cavatieddi cu i vruocculi"

RCI-SC.001.0014.001

Cayenne Hot Sauce

This sauce tastes very much like Tabasco and other vinegar-based cayenne hot sauces.

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Cayenne Hot Sauce

This sauce tastes very much like Tabasco and other vinegar-based cayenne hot sauces.

Cazuela Gallega
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Cazuela Gallega

Cazuela Gallega is a delicious egg, ham and cheese casserole, good for breakfast or dinner.

RCI-BR.004.0104.001

Celebration Chocolate Cake

10 to 12 servings.

RCI-VG.004.0248.001

Celery Root or Kohlrabi Casserole

Celery Root or Kohlrabi Casserole from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.0249.001

Celery Root with Mayo

In Romanian: Telina cu maioneza

RCI-SC.003.0041.001

Celery Seed Dressing

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * This recipe yields

RCI-SC.001.0015.001

Central African Tomato Sauce

Central African Tomato Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-RC.005.0023.001

Cereal de Plátano

plantain Cereal

RCI-RC.005.0024.001

Cereal 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-BR.005.0117.001

Ceregy

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

RCI-BR.001.0043.001

Cesnica

Cesnica Christmas bread.

RCI-SF.003.0010.001

Ceviche Costa Rica

Ceviche Costa Rica from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SF.003.0014.001

Ceviche with Ahi Tuna

This is a creation using both modern and traditional ceviche methods. The key of course is fresh fresh Ahi. One of the reasons that a really terrific ceviche is , well, really terrific is the type of fish and/or seafood used.

RCI-RC.004.0061.001

Ceylon Curried Salad

Makes 4 servings

RCI-SP.003.0145.001

Chadian Pea Soup

Chadian Pea Soup from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.001.0073.001

Chadian Sauteed Steak

Chadian Sauteed Steak from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.001.0133.001

Chadian Spiced Vegetable Salad

Chadian Spiced Vegetable Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.008.0045.001

Chadian Sweet Potato Pancakes

Chadian Sweet Potato Pancakes from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.001.0074.001

Chaing Mai Steaks

Chaing Mai Steaks from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.003.0146.001

Chairo Paceńo

Chairo Paceńo from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.0253.001

Chakha Eggplant

Chakha Eggplant from the Recidemia collection

RCI-RC.006.0036.001

Chakrey

Chakrey

RCI-SP.006.0008.001

Chaladnik Khaladnik Miensk-style

A cold soup

RCI-SP.006.0009.001

Chaladnik Khaladnik with Sorrel

A cold soup

RCI-BR.001.0044.001

Challah I

Holiday twist bread. Serves 18.

Chalupas
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Chalupas

Chalupa This recipe may be served with corn chips and condiments

RCI-SC.003.0042.001

Champagne Vinaigrette

Champagne Vinaigrette

RCI-VG.001.0134.001

Champignon Salad

Champignon Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.0254.001

Champurrado

Chocolate coffee

RCI-SP.004.0069.001

Chanahi

Chanahi from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.005.0039.001

Chana masaledar

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RCI-BR.002.0022.001

Chapatis

Chapatis should be light and flaky. Keep them lightly covered before serving. They may be quickly warmed in a hot oven before going on the table or served cold.

RCI-BR.002.0024.001

Chapatis II

Chapatis II from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.003.0023.001

Chargrilled Lamb Rumps with Spiced Tomato Jus

4 servings Chargrilled Lamb Rumps with Spiced Tomato Jus

RCI-MT.002.0067.001

Char-Grilled Strip Steak

These steaks, seasoned with spices and herbs, will save you money that you might have used to go to a steakhouse.

RCI-VG.001.0135.001

Chayote and Red Pepper Salad

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Stewart Estate in Quinlan, Texas in 1994.