
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)
Pastelles
Pastelles from the Recidemia collection
Pasticada
Pasticada from the Recidemia collection
Pastie
Not to be confused with its Cornish counterpart, the 'pastie' could be considered as one of Northern Ireland's national dishes at it is regularly bought from chip shops across the province and generally can't be found anywhere else.

Pasties
A (Cornish: pasti, hoggan, incorrectly written as pastie) is a type of pie, originally from Cornwall, in the United Kingdom. It is a baked savory pastry case traditionally filled with sliced meat and vegetables.
Pastry Fingers
Pastry Fingers from the Recidemia collection

Pastry for Cornish Pasties
Any good pastry can be used, but should be neither too rich nor too flaky. I find this works very well. Adjust amounts as required. .
Patacones I
Fried green plantain 6 – 8 servings
Patacones II
Patacones
Pata de Cerdo
Canary Island-style pork roast. Very popular in the Canary Islands, these roast pork sandwiches are sure to please! The meat is juicy, and tender. Perfect for a picnic!
Patatas a lo pobre
Patatas a lo pobre
Patatas Bravas
A tasty spanish apetiser - crispy fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce topping.
Pate Chinois
(), sometimes known as shepherd's pie, is a simple dish made from layered hamburger creamed corn, topped with mashed potatoes.
Pat Egan's Christmas Tree Cookies
These second-place winning cookies are easily shaped into trees that are edged with glittery green sugar. " Source: Chicago Tribune Annual Food Guide holiday cookie contest December 8, 1988.

Pattaya fried rice
(Thai:นาซีโกเรงปาตตายา); in Malaysia called is a Thai cuisine made by covering chicken fried rice in the omelette shaped like pouch.
Pattaya fried rice
(Thai:นาซีโกเรงปาตตายา); in Malaysia called is a Thai cuisine made by covering chicken fried rice in the omelette shaped like pouch.
Patzarosalata
Patzarosalata Beetroot salad
Paula's Nutty Brittle
From Savannah's Candy Man Recipe courtesy Paula Deen, 2007 Show: Paula's Party Episode: Candy Connection From "Catsrecipes Y-Group"
Paula's Three Bean Salad
Here is an easy salad recipe you can prepare for your family or take to your next family get-together.

Pavlova
350px|right is a light and fluffy meringue dessert named after the ballet dancer Anna Pavlova. Both Wellington, New Zealand and Perth, Australia claim to be the home of the dish.
Payajra Dhulo Masu
Onion ground meat curry
Pea and Mint Soup
Pea and Mint Soup from the Recidemia collection
Peach and Blueberry Crisp and Old-fashioned Oats
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
Peach and Blueberry Crisp I
Contributed by Nancy at
Peach Bread
Fruit & Vegetable Recipes II by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Peach Chutney
This is great served with pork chops or curry.
Peach Cobbler
Peach cobbler is a a good portion of fruit and bread.
Peach Corn Bread Muffins
Please add a description. Peach Corn Bread Muffins with Butter milk.
Peach Dessert Pancakes
Makes 12 servings, about 24 four-inch pancakes.
Peaches and Cream Kuchen
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Forrest Estate in Denton, Texas in 1992.
Peach Pie
American cuisine Southern cuisine Vegetarian Cuisine Holiday Recipes Dessert
Peach, Tomato and Celery Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Peach, Tomato and Celery Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette from the Recidemia collection
Peachy Salsa
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Peanut Brittle
Peanut Brittle is a sugar based hard candy, with peanuts embedded in it.
Peanut Brittle Parfait
Makes 8 servings
Peanut Butter and Jelly French Toast
Here’s a delicious take on an all time favorite.
Peanut Butter Chip Carrot Cake
Peanut Butter Chip Carrot Cake from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Butter Coconut Bars
Peanut Butter Coconut Bars from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Butter Cookie Pops
Peanut Butter Cookie Pops from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Butter Cookies
are one of the most popular kinds of cookies.
Peanut Butter Dressing
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
Peanut Butter-Fudge Brownies
Cook Time: 10 minutes work + 15–20 minutes of baking + 30 minutes to cool Serves: 16
Peanut Butter Fudge Cake
Peanut Butter Fudge Cake from the Recidemia collection
PEANUT BUTTER GLAZE
PEANUT BUTTER GLAZE from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Butter Muffins
Peanut & Pecan Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Cook Time: 30 – 45 minutes Serves: 12
Peanut Butter 'n' Carrot Cookies
Peanut Butter 'n' Carrot Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Butter Noodles
Try this recipe for a change from the usual and common Pasta/noodles recipe.
Peanut Butter Pumpkin Soup
Peanut Butter Pumpkin Soup from the Recidemia collection
Peanut butter whirls
Peanut butter whirls from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Cake
Peanut Cake from the Recidemia collection
Peanut Cookies I
Peanut Cookies I from the Recidemia collection