
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)
Eggplant Kuku
Persian Eggplant. This smells heavenly as it cooks. You can add more garlic if you like.
Eggplant Lasagna
This is a delicious dish that could be served with a mixed vegetable salad or steamed broccoli and french bread.
Eggplant Loaf
Eggplant Loaf from the Recidemia collection

Eggplant Mushroom Burritos
Eggplant takes on a buttery flavor and tender texture in this quick and easy recipe.
Eggplant Parmesan
Eggplant Parmesan from the Recidemia collection
Eggplant Pilaf in Olive Oil
This recipe is for 3 servings.
Eggplant Rolls
Succulent slices of Eggplant are rolled around spicy kufta (meat patties) and simmered in flavorful tomato sauce. The neat presentation of the dish renders it suitable for formal occasions.
Eggplant Russian-style
In Romanian: Mincare de vinete preparata ruseste.
Eggplant Salad Dip - Israeli Style
Eggplant Salad Dip - Israeli Style from the Recidemia collection
Eggplant Salad from the Philippines
Eggplant Salad from the Philippines from the Recidemia collection
Eggplant Salad with Dill
Eggplant Salad with Dill from the Recidemia collection
Eggplant Sandwich
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Eggplant Swiss Cheese Casserole
* Serves 6
Eggplant with Garlic
In Romanian: Mincare de vinete cu usturoi.
Eggplant with Garlic and Walnut Sauce
Eggplant with Garlic and Walnut Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Egg Salad in Tomato Accordions
Egg Salad in Tomato Accordions from the Recidemia collection
Eggs Benedict Forever
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Eggs curry
Eggs curry from the Recidemia collection
Eggs stuffed with Mushrooms
Eggs stuffed with Mushrooms from the Recidemia collection
Eggs with Horseradish Sauce
Eggs with Horseradish Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Egusi Sauce
Egusi Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Egusi Soup I
Eat with any of the dishes that have 'soup' with them.
Egusi Soup II
Melon seed soup.
Egusi Spinach
Egusi Spinach from the Recidemia collection
Egusi with efo
Eat with any of the dishes that have 'soup' with them.
Egyptian Kofta
Egyptian Kofta from the Recidemia collection
Egyptian Spinach Omelet
Egyptian Spinach Omelet from the Recidemia collection
Elegant Coffeecake
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Barger Estate in Mckinney, Texas in 1997.
Elegant Hawaiian Salad
Serve with warm croissants, or Banana Nut Bread, or softened cream cheese and honey sandwiches or biscuits. the only cooking time is for the chicken.
Elegant Southern Seafood Cake
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Morgan Estate in Austin, Texas in 1982.
Elephant Ears
Elephant ears. ) Makes 4 elephant ears.
Elephant Soup
In African villages, a successful hunt means a share of fresh meat for everyone. the gorge they all go in for after a successful elephant hunt is a thing to see—once".
Elephant Soup Central African-style
Elephant Soup Central African-style from the Recidemia collection
El Khobz
I have more cookbooks... but many do not have recipes on page 17. It's usually some part of an intro to the cookbook. Here is a Page 17 recipe: Bread Source: Cooking with the Bible by Anthony F. Chiffolo and Rayner W. Hesse, Jr.
Elsie Hronek's Kolaches
This is a traditional Bohemian pastry recipe handed down from my wife's much beloved Bohemian grandmother who took joy in watching her family eat.
Elu Mus
Sri Lankan mutton curry
Emerald Chicken and Pasta Salad
Emerald Chicken and Pasta Salad from the Recidemia collection
Emeril's Best Beef Stew
Contributed by PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group
Emmitt Smith's Sour Cream Green Beans
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: Dallas Cow
Empada
right|EMPADA(chicken mini pies)
Empanada Dough
15 minutes 1 hour Makes approximately 10 six-inch empanadas
Empanadas
Empanadas
Empanadas de Horno
Empanadas de Horno Makes 10 baked empanadas.
Enchilada
=Enchiladas= Enchiladas rojas
Endive or Spinach Salad
Endive or Spinach Salad
English Crumpets
Crumpets are traditionally served at breakfast and at afternoon tea. Accompany them with unsalted butter, syrups and your choice of jams, jellies or marmalades.
English Muffins
These are a favourite for breakfast, with butter, or jelly on top.
English Scones
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Ensalada a la Chilena
300px| Ensalada a la Chilena This recipe is for 4 servings.
Ensalada Cesar
Ensalada Cesar