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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-EG.003.0058.001

Eggplant Kuku

Persian Eggplant. This smells heavenly as it cooks. You can add more garlic if you like.

RCI-ND.006.0034.001

Eggplant Lasagna

This is a delicious dish that could be served with a mixed vegetable salad or steamed broccoli and french bread.

RCI-EG.003.0059.001

Eggplant Loaf

Eggplant Loaf from the Recidemia collection

Eggplant Mushroom Burritos
RCI-SW.003.0028.001

Eggplant Mushroom Burritos

Eggplant takes on a buttery flavor and tender texture in this quick and easy recipe.

RCI-VG.004.0437.001

Eggplant Parmesan

Eggplant Parmesan from the Recidemia collection

RCI-RC.001.0077.001

Eggplant Pilaf in Olive Oil

This recipe is for 3 servings.

RCI-MT.005.0078.001

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.

RCI-VG.004.0441.001

Eggplant Russian-style

In Romanian: Mincare de vinete preparata ruseste.

RCI-SN.001.0169.001

Eggplant Salad Dip - Israeli Style

Eggplant Salad Dip - Israeli Style from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.001.0193.001

Eggplant Salad from the Philippines

Eggplant Salad from the Philippines from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.001.0195.001

Eggplant Salad with Dill

Eggplant Salad with Dill from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SW.001.0024.001

Eggplant Sandwich

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RCI-EG.003.0060.001

Eggplant Swiss Cheese Casserole

* Serves 6

RCI-VG.004.0442.001

Eggplant with Garlic

In Romanian: Mincare de vinete cu usturoi.

RCI-VG.004.0443.001

Eggplant with Garlic and Walnut Sauce

Eggplant with Garlic and Walnut Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-EG.004.0041.001

Egg Salad in Tomato Accordions

Egg Salad in Tomato Accordions from the Recidemia collection

RCI-EG.002.0021.001

Eggs Benedict Forever

Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.

RCI-SP.005.0093.001

Eggs curry

Eggs curry from the Recidemia collection

RCI-EG.004.0043.001

Eggs stuffed with Mushrooms

Eggs stuffed with Mushrooms from the Recidemia collection

RCI-EG.004.0044.001

Eggs with Horseradish Sauce

Eggs with Horseradish Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.006.0010.001

Egusi Sauce

Egusi Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.003.0249.001

Egusi Soup I

Eat with any of the dishes that have 'soup' with them.

RCI-SP.003.0250.001

Egusi Soup II

Melon seed soup.

RCI-VG.004.0445.001

Egusi Spinach

Egusi Spinach from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.003.0251.001

Egusi with efo

Eat with any of the dishes that have 'soup' with them.

RCI-MT.005.0079.001

Egyptian Kofta

Egyptian Kofta from the Recidemia collection

RCI-EG.001.0012.001

Egyptian Spinach Omelet

Egyptian Spinach Omelet from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.004.0209.001

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.

RCI-VG.001.0197.001

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.

RCI-SF.002.0118.001

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.

RCI-VG.004.0450.001

Elephant Ears

Elephant ears. ) Makes 4 elephant ears.

RCI-VG.004.0451.001

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".

RCI-VG.004.0452.001

Elephant Soup Central African-style

Elephant Soup Central African-style from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.001.0084.001

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.

RCI-BR.001.0085.001

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.

RCI-SP.005.0094.001

Elu Mus

Sri Lankan mutton curry

RCI-VG.001.0198.001

Emerald Chicken and Pasta Salad

Emerald Chicken and Pasta Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.003.0253.001

Emeril's Best Beef Stew

Contributed by PressureCookerRecipes Y-Group

RCI-VG.004.0455.001

Emmitt Smith's Sour Cream Green Beans

Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Source: Dallas Cow

RCI-MT.006.0020.001

Empada

right|EMPADA(chicken mini pies)

RCI-EG.003.0066.001

Empanada Dough

15 minutes 1 hour Makes approximately 10 six-inch empanadas

RCI-BR.007.0051.001

Empanadas

Empanadas

RCI-SN.005.0017.001

Empanadas de Horno

Empanadas de Horno Makes 10 baked empanadas.

RCI-SW.004.0018.001

Enchilada

=Enchiladas= Enchiladas rojas

RCI-VG.001.0201.001

Endive or Spinach Salad

Endive or Spinach Salad

RCI-EG.003.0067.001

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.

RCI-BR.001.0086.001

English Muffins

These are a favourite for breakfast, with butter, or jelly on top.

RCI-BR.003.0185.001

English Scones

Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group

RCI-VG.001.0202.001

Ensalada a la Chilena

300px| Ensalada a la Chilena This recipe is for 4 servings.

RCI-VG.001.0203.001

Ensalada Cesar

Ensalada Cesar