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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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Chicken Tikka

Chicken Tikka is an Indian/Pakistani dish made by baking chicken which has been marinated in spices and yoghurt. It should not be confused with Chicken Tikka Masala.

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Chicken, Tomatillo and Jalapeño Stew

Chicken, Tomatillo and Jalapeño Stew from the Recidemia collection

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Chicken Tomato Basil Rice Soup

Makes 6 servings

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Chicken with Artichokes and Peppers

Chicken with Artichokes and Peppers from the Recidemia collection

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Chicken with Carrot Chutney

Makes 6 servings

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Chicken with Okra

In Romanian: Pui cu bame

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Chicken with Orange and Garlic

Contributed by Ray at Pressurecookerrecipes Y-

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Chicken with Orange, Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes

A simple recipe that combines vegetable and fruit with chicken. The recipe utilizes baking in foil, which is a great low-fat cooking method that produces wonderfully tender and juicy chicken.

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Chicken with Pimiento Rice

Makes 6 servings

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Chicken with Red Mole Sauce

Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group This Y-group is

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Chicken with Rice and Peas

Makes 6 servings

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Chicken with Sour Cream

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

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Chicken with Tarragon

In Romanian: Pui cu tarhon

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Chicken with Tomatoes

In Romanian: Pui cu rosii

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Chicken with Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar

Chicken with Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar from the Recidemia collection

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Chicken with Tomato Sauce

Chicken with Tomato Sauce from the Recidemia collection

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Chicken with Yellow Rice

Makes 6 servings

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Chickpea and Lentil Soup

Chickpea and Lentil Soup from the Recidemia collection

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Chickpea and Spinach Curry

Curry powder gives this side dish a taste of India. Serve over brown rice.

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Chickpea and Vegetable Salad

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Chickpea Crunchies

Chickpea Crunchies

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Chickpea Delight

Chickpea Delight from the Recidemia collection

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Chickpea Flour Cakes

Chickpea Flour Cakes from the Recidemia collection

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Chickpea Flour Pancakes

(Cheela ka besan) This Indian crêpe-like "pancake" can be used to roll up leftover vegetable curry for a satisfying lunch.

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Chickpea 'Fries'

Chickpea 'Fries' SERVES: 6

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Chickpea "Hot Dogs"

Chickpea "Hot Dogs"

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Chickpea Salad

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Leake Estate in Arlington, Texas in 1982.

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Chickpea Snacks

Chickpea Snacks

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Chickpea Stew

This dish is a chickpea-vegetable curry, which will make a full meal when served with rice.

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Chiffonade Rice Salad

Makes 6 servings.

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Chikhitma

Georgian mutton soup

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Chilean Black-eyed Peas

Serving: 6 248 calories per serving. (2 g fat.

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Chilean Butternut Squash Casserole

This delicious casserole has become a tradition at my family's Thanksgiving. And everyone agrees we should make it more often, it's so good, and not hard to make. ), but the butternut is best and worth the effort.

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Chilean Carrot Salad

300px| Chilean Carrot Salad As a teacher, I would assign this recipe to my fifth-graders to make. It's easy, much more so if you have a food processor with a julienne disk for the carrots.

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Chilean Chicken

This recipe yields 4 servings.

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Chilean Rice

This rice is a mild tasting pilaf-type of rice that goes well with spicy foods. If you like to spice it up, adding some chopped green chiles works well.

Chilean Salpicon
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Chilean Salpicon

This composed salad of beef and purple potatoes originated in Santiago, Chile, where it’s often served as a quick lunch. The dressing is a tangy, spicy mix, a good match against all the different textures.

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Chile Lime Marinade

Chile Lime Marinade from the Recidemia collection

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Chile Lime Marinade

Chile Lime Marinade from the Recidemia collection

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Chile Roasted Macadamia Nuts

You can buy raw macadamia nuts in the health food store. Macadamias, high in protein and fiber, are heart-healthy because they are high in monounsaturated fats.

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Chili bean salad (lacto)

Chili bean salad (lacto) from the Recidemia collection

Chili Chicken
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Chili Chicken

This is a great dish for those who love that southern spicy taste. Chili Chicken Serves 4 to 6.

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Chili Chicken I

Chili Chicken I from the Recidemia collection

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Chili con Carne I

Source: Recipes for Diabetics by Billie Little and Penny L. Thorup

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Chili con Carne on Rice

Makes 6 servings.

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Chili Franks and Rice

Makes 6 servings.

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Chiligetti

From Menu and Recipes Week 3/25/07 From "Catsrecipes Y-Group"

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Chili Jack Tortilla Chips

Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at World Re

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Chili Papad

Papad seasoned with chilies and spices

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Chili Pepper Sauce

Chili Pepper Sauce from the Recidemia collection