
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)
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
are large mushrooms that can be prepared as a vegetarian entrée. They can substitute for hamburger patties, or be eaten alone.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms
are large mushrooms that can be prepared as a vegetarian entrée. They can substitute for hamburger patties, or be eaten alone.
Grilled Salmon Sandwich
Grilled Salmon Sandwich from the Recidemia collection
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.
Grilled Sliders
The original hamburger. You know those mini burgers that you consume in one manly bite? This is recipe for one.
Grilled Steak
Grilled Steak
Grilled Tuna with Corn, Tomato and Zucchini
Contributed by Healthy R
Grilled Vegetables with Eggplant Tapenade
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Grilled Vegetables with Romesco Sauce
Makes 6 Servings
Grilled Whole Snapper
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Grill Seasoning
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Gromperekichelcher
Potato fritters
Gromperenzopp
Potato soup
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.
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.
Ground Beef and Vegetables over Rice
Makes 6 servings
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.
Ground Chuck Casserole
Contributed by Jenn b aka Mom2sam and Tiny at World Re
Groundnuts and Beans
Easy and testy! Preparation and cooking time quick - 40 minutes or less. Serve for breakfast or as a snack.
Groundnuts and Sweet Potatoes
Ideal as packed lunch for school chidren.
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.
Groundnut Soup
Groundnut Soup from the Recidemia collection
Ground Nut Soup
Ground Nut Soup from the Recidemia collection
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.
Ground Nut Stew
"Ground nuts" is the Nigerian name for peanuts.
Groundnut Stew II
Groundnut Stew
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.
Grouper Fish Cutlets
Grouper Fish Cutlets from the Recidemia collection
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.
Guacamole with Tomato
Guacamole with Tomato from the Recidemia collection
Guac in Seconds Flat
Guac in Seconds Flat from the Recidemia collection
Guadeloupian-style Lime Chili Sauce
Guadeloupian-style Lime Chili Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Guandules con Coco
Guandules con Coco from the Recidemia collection
Guasacaca
Guasacaca is a spicy avocado sauce representative of Venezuelan cuisine. Makes 4 Cups.

Guasanas
Guasanas from the Recidemia collection
Guinean Beef Stroganoff
Guinean Beef Stroganoff from the Recidemia collection
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.
Guinness Potato Salad
Try this delicious and spicy Irish salad. For vegetarians, use tofu instead of bacon. Tastes great! Serves 6.
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.
Gulf Coast Shrimp and Rice
Makes 6 servings
Gulyasleves
Goulash
Gumbo à la Creole
Makes 12 servings
Gurkensalat
Another beloved family recipe.
Gutap I
Deep-fried herb fritters To serve 8 to 10
Guyanese Corn Pone
Guyanese Corn Pone from the Recidemia collection
Guyanese Four Bean Salad
Guyanese Four Bean Salad from the Recidemia collection
Guyanese Potato Salad
Guyanese Potato Salad from the Recidemia collection
Gwetche Kuchen
Plum cakes
Gypsy Soup
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.