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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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Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

are large mushrooms that can be prepared as a vegetarian entrée. They can substitute for hamburger patties, or be eaten alone.

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Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

are large mushrooms that can be prepared as a vegetarian entrée. They can substitute for hamburger patties, or be eaten alone.

RCI-SW.002.0049.001

Grilled Salmon Sandwich

Grilled Salmon Sandwich from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SF.002.0146.001

Grilled Scallops in Sun-dried Tomato Sauce

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Steep Estate in Elmo, Texas in 1989.

RCI-MT.005.0109.001

Grilled Sliders

The original hamburger. You know those mini burgers that you consume in one manly bite? This is recipe for one.

RCI-MT.001.0129.001

Grilled Steak

Grilled Steak

RCI-SF.001.0180.001

Grilled Tuna with Corn, Tomato and Zucchini

Contributed by Healthy R

RCI-VG.004.0628.001

Grilled Vegetables with Eggplant Tapenade

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RCI-MT.002.0132.001

Grilled Vegetables with Romesco Sauce

Makes 6 Servings

RCI-SF.001.0181.001

Grilled Whole Snapper

) Submitted by Lumpy and the main portion of my entry into ISCA 13 Time for Dinner!!

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Grill Seasoning

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Grill Seasoning

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Gromperekichelcher

Potato fritters

RCI-SP.002.0103.001

Gromperenzopp

Potato soup

RCI-SP.003.0299.001

Grønkålssuppe

Grønkålssuppe Curly kale (also known as borecole) is good for you, full of vitamins. This soup has a long tradition in Denmark where it was an important element in keeping the farmhands fit for their hard work during the cold winter.

RCI-BR.003.0220.001

Grotten Hans

Grotten Hans is a recipe that has been called a big dumpling but is basically steamed sweet bread. The recipe was traditional in the German areas of Russia.

RCI-MT.005.0110.001

Ground Beef and Vegetables over Rice

Makes 6 servings

RCI-MT.004.0441.001

Ground Chicken With Walnuts

This recipe can be served either as a delicious appetizer, or as a main course. It is also known as Circassian Chicken.

RCI-MT.005.0112.001

Ground Chuck Casserole

Contributed by Jenn b aka Mom2sam and Tiny at World Re

RCI-VG.003.0069.001

Groundnuts and Beans

Easy and testy! Preparation and cooking time quick - 40 minutes or less. Serve for breakfast or as a snack.

RCI-VG.002.0052.001

Groundnuts and Sweet Potatoes

Ideal as packed lunch for school chidren.

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Groundnut Sauce

Vegetables, singly or in combination, compose many East African stews. Frequently, legumes of some sort are one of the basic ingredients - peanuts, for instance, or dried beans. This Peanut sauce is Ugandan.

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Groundnut Soup

Groundnut Soup from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.002.0105.001

Ground Nut Soup

Ground Nut Soup from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.004.0159.001

Groundnut Stew

In West Africa peanuts are commonly called groundnuts because they are grown underneath the dirt. Peanuts are found in many West African countries such as Ghana, the Ivory Coast and Senegal.

RCI-SP.005.0109.001

Ground Nut Stew

"Ground nuts" is the Nigerian name for peanuts.

RCI-SP.004.0160.001

Groundnut Stew II

Groundnut Stew

RCI-SP.004.0162.001

Ground Pork Shepherd's Pie

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Wagner Estate in Wichita Falls, Texas in 1990. Dated 1944.

RCI-SN.002.0171.001

Grouper Fish Cutlets

Grouper Fish Cutlets from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SN.001.0198.002

Guacamole

Guacamole is a Mexican dish made from crushed avocado is a spicy Mexican paste made from crushed avocado and various seasonings, usually including onions, peppers, garlic and tomatoes.

RCI-SN.001.0205.001

Guacamole with Tomato

Guacamole with Tomato from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SN.001.0206.001

Guac in Seconds Flat

Guac in Seconds Flat from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.005.0072.001

Guadeloupian-style Lime Chili Sauce

Guadeloupian-style Lime Chili Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.003.0070.001

Guandules con Coco

Guandules con Coco from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SN.001.0207.001

Guasacaca

Guasacaca is a spicy avocado sauce representative of Venezuelan cuisine. Makes 4 Cups.

Guasanas
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Guasanas

Guasanas from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.005.0114.001

Guinean Beef Stroganoff

Guinean Beef Stroganoff from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.004.0257.001

Guinness Cake

Guinness Cake is very popular during St. Patrick's Day. It's also quick and easy to make. Guinness Cake is best eaten after a week of it being sealed in an airtight container.

RCI-VG.002.0053.001

Guinness Potato Salad

Try this delicious and spicy Irish salad. For vegetarians, use tofu instead of bacon. Tastes great! Serves 6.

RCI-VG.001.0282.001

Gujarati Carrot Salad

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

RCI-SF.002.0147.001

Gulf Coast Shrimp and Rice

Makes 6 servings

RCI-SP.003.0302.001

Gulyasleves

Goulash

RCI-SF.005.0027.001

Gumbo à la Creole

Makes 12 servings

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Gurkensalat

Another beloved family recipe.

RCI-BR.002.0043.001

Gutap I

Deep-fried herb fritters To serve 8 to 10

RCI-BR.003.0221.001

Guyanese Corn Pone

Guyanese Corn Pone from the Recidemia collection

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Guyanese Four Bean Salad

Guyanese Four Bean Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.001.0285.001

Guyanese Potato Salad

Guyanese Potato Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.001.0113.001

Gwetche Kuchen

Plum cakes

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Gypsy Soup

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