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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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Peanut Cookies II

Peanut Cookies II from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.003.0317.001

Peanut Gems

Peanut Gems from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.005.0491.001

Peanut Macaroons

Peanut Macaroons from the Recidemia collection

RCI-DS.003.0246.001

Peanut Pattie

Peanut Pattie from the Recidemia collection

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Peanut sauce 2

Peanut sauce 2 from the Recidemia collection

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Peanut Sauce Benin

Peanut Sauce Benin from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.006.0025.001

Peanut Sauce (Sambal Kacang)

Peanut Sauce (Sambal Kacang) from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SC.006.0026.001

Peanut Sauce (Vegan)

Vegan Cuisine

RCI-VG.001.0446.001

Peanut Tofu Salad

Peanut Tofu Salad from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.008.0162.001

Peanutty peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Waffles

Peanutty peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Waffles from the Recidemia collection

RCI-PF.005.0007.001

Pear chutney

is served as a side dish for many Indian foods. It can be mild to extra hot depending on the individual preference.

RCI-RC.006.0090.001

Pearl Couscous with Olives and Roasted Tomatoes

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

RCI-BR.003.0318.001

Pear-Lemon Tea Loaf

Pear-Lemon Tea Loaf from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.004.0408.001

Pear Pudding Cake Recipe

Pear Pudding Cake Recipe from the Recidemia collection

RCI-SP.003.0494.001

Pease porridge hot

Pease porridge hot from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1010.001

Peas with Sour Cream

In Romanian: Mazare cu smantana.

Pebre
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Pebre

300px| Pebre This is similar to Italian pesto or Argentinean chimichurri, and a staple on Chilean tables. It pairs will Pastel de Choclo, with grilled meats and is good stir fried into pasta or rice. Yield: 8 servings.

RCI-BR.004.0410.001

Pecan and Butter Pretzel Coffee Cake

Pecan and Butter Pretzel Coffee Cake from the Recidemia collection

RCI-VG.004.1011.001

Pecan and Mushroom Burgers

* Source: Eating Well, Summer 2002 * Formatted by ChupaBabi in MC: 06.20.07 * Makes 8 servings

RCI-DS.003.0248.001

Pecan Caramel Thumbprints Cookies with Powdered Sugar

Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group * This recipe ma

RCI-BR.005.0497.001

Pecan Meringue Kisses

Pecan Meringue Kisses from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.005.0498.001

Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

Pecan Oatmeal Cookies from the Recidemia collection

RCI-BR.006.0250.001

Pecan Pie

Pecan Pie from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.004.0635.001

Pecan Pork Cutlets

Makes 4 servings

RCI-RC.001.0151.001

Pecan Rice Stuffing

This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Stewart Estate in Quinlan, Texas in 1994.

RCI-RC.004.0217.001

Pecan Rice Stuffing I

Makes 12 servings

RCI-BR.006.0253.001

Pecan Tassies

Pecan Tassies these are a North American classic treat, commonly used for desserts or afternoon teas.

RCI-SF.001.0275.001

Peixe a Lumbo

Shrimp and fish stew that originated in Mozambique, South Africa and serves four (4). There is known Portuguese influence upon many of the recipes of Mozambique. This nation being a coastal area, fishing becomes a very important food source.

RCI-MT.004.0636.001

Pelau Chicken

Pelau Chicken from the Recidemia collection

Pelmeni
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Pelmeni

Pelmeni

RCI-DS.004.0210.001

Pengat Pisang

Banana in coconut milk

RCI-ND.001.0078.001

Penne alla Casa

Italian cuisine Vegetarian Cuisine Pasta

RCI-ND.001.0079.001

Penne All'amatriciana

Submitted by Ishamael Pasta with a spicy, smoky red sauce. And easy, too!

RCI-ND.001.0080.001

Penne All'Arrabiata

For 2 persons

RCI-ND.001.0081.001

Penne alla Vodka

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

RCI-ND.005.0113.001

Penne Mediterranean Delight Salad

By Chef Antonio Cecconi Original recipe Prep Time: 25 minutes | Chill: 2 hours 8 side servings

RCI-ND.001.0082.001

Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce

Penne Pasta with Tomato Cream Sauce from the Recidemia collection

RCI-ND.002.0104.001

Penne Primavera with Shrimp

The key here is that the recipe is made from this pasta.

RCI-ND.001.0084.001

Penne with Asparagus

Penne with Asparagus from the Recidemia collection

RCI-ND.002.0106.001

Penne with Pesto and Vegetables

Penne with Pesto and Vegetables from the Recidemia collection

RCI-ND.002.0107.001

Penne with Summer Squash

Penne with Summer Squash from the Recidemia collection

Pepes Ikan
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Pepes Ikan

Pepes is cooking method of steaming the ingredients (fish, chicken, tofu, or mushroom) wrapped in banana leaves until it becomes tender, then grilling the packets. In this recipe any fresh water fish or salt water fish can be used as substitute.

RCI-VG.004.1014.001

Pepita-Sunflower-Sesame Burgers

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RCI-SN.003.0197.001

Pepper Appetizer

This recipe came from an estate sale. It was obtained when the family collection was purchased from the Burnett Estate in Terrell, Texas in 1981.

Pepper Chicken
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Pepper Chicken

Recipe by Hooked on Heat

RCI-MT.001.0194.001

Peppercorn Strip Steaks

A homemade steak sauce finishes this meal all off. The sauce sure is better than that A1 stuff.

RCI-MT.004.0639.001

Pepper-Crusted Chicken

Pepper-Crusted Chicken from the Recidemia collection

RCI-MT.001.0195.001

Pepper Crusted Flank Steak

If you've ever had Steak au Poivre, this is going to look pretty similar, except it's grilled and there is no pan sauce.

RCI-MT.005.0231.001

Pepper-Encrusted Hamburgers

Cracked pepper adds a nice texture difference between the creamy cheese, tender meat, and the toasted bun, and complements the chipotle mayo.

RCI-BR.006.0254.001

Peppermint Cloud Rice Pie

Makes 6 servings