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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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Gyros

Gyros from the Recidemia collection

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Habanero Apple Chutney

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Roark Estate in Grand Prairie, Texas in 1984. The longer this sits the better.

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Habanero Bahamian Hot Sauce

Here's a recipe for Habanero chiles. It is the November recipe on a chile calendar that I have. I've been meaning to try this one but I've been very busy.

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Habanero Relish

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.

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Habichuelas con Dulce

Habichuelas con Dulce from the Recidemia collection

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Habichuelas Negras

Black beans

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Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas

Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas from the Recidemia collection

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Hachee

Hachee from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Black Beans

Haitian Black Beans from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Brioche

Haitian Brioche from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Carrot Cake

Haitian Carrot Cake from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Chicken

Haitian Chicken from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Coconut Cream Pie

Haitian Coconut Cream Pie from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Corn Bread

Haitian Corn Bread from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Doughboys

Contributed by Zachary Bingel

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Haitian Fish Sauce

Haitian Fish Sauce from the Recidemia collection

Haitian Flan
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Haitian Flan

Haitian Flan from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Pumpkin Bread

Haitian Pumpkin Bread from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Rice and Beans

Haitian Rice and Beans from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Stuffed Cabbage

Haitian Stuffed Cabbage from the Recidemia collection

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Haitian Sweet Potato Pie

Haitian Sweet Potato Pie from the Recidemia collection

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Halabi Kebab

Yemenite meat loaf. Zhoug is a source of pride among the Yemenite population. Made with the sharpest of chile peppers, it is eaten with classically oriental Jewish meals. More than just a condiment, it is a tradition.

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Half-hour Paella

Makes 6 servings

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Halloween Cookies on a Stick

Halloween Cookies on a Stick from the Recidemia collection

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Halo Vegan Pâté

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

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Haluska

Cabbage and noodles

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Hamam Mahshi bi Burghul

Hamam Mahshi bi Burghul from the Recidemia collection

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Ham and Black Bean Blitz

Makes 6 servings

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Ham and Black Bean Salad

Makes 6 servings

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Ham and Blackeyes in Coconut Milk

Ham and Blackeyes in Coconut Milk from the Recidemia collection

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Ham and Cheese Crepes

Ham and Cheese Crepes from the Recidemia collection

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Ham and Cheese Crêpes

Ham and Cheese Crepes from the Wikibooks Cookbo

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Ham and Cheese Frittata

Ham and Cheese Frittata from the Recidemia collection

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Ham Banana Bake

Makes 2 servings

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Hamburger

Hamburger is a deviation of a sandwhich, commonly involving a ground beef patty.

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Hamburger fried rice

Hamburger fried rice from the Recidemia collection

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Hamburger pie

Hamburger pie from the Recidemia collection

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Hamburger Spanish Rice

Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group Serves 4 to 6.

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Ham Croissant Rolls

Makes 32 rolls Ham Croissant Rolls

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Ham Hock and Lima Bean Soup

Ham Hock and Lima Bean Soup from the Recidemia collection

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Ham Sandwiches

Ham Sandwiches

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Harbuz with Noodles

Pumpkin pudding with noodles

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Hard Tack

Hard Tack is a cracker/biscuit flat-bread used during long sea voyages and military campaigns before the introduction of canning as a primary food-source.

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Hard Tack

Hard Tack is a cracker/biscuit flat-bread used during long sea voyages and military campaigns before the introduction of canning as a primary food-source.

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Haricot Bean and Potato Cakes

Purchased from Patterson Estate in Tyler, Texas in 1992. Notation on card says this came from a Ladies Home Journal printed in 1972. Does this recipe make sense to anyone? I can’t figure it out.

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Harira

Harira is the soup that is most frequently associated with authentic Moroccan cuisine. It is a delicacy in Morocco and has its own unique flavor guaranteed to make you want more! This recipe serves 4 – 6 people.

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Harvest Moon Pumpkin Bread

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

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Hasaa Lawsa

Hasaa Lawsa from the Recidemia collection

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Hash Brown Bake

From Menu and Recipes Week 6/10/07

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Hashbrown Casserole

This potato casserole recipe is a long-time favorite in Utah.