
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)
Pickled Mushrooms
Pickled Mushrooms from the Recidemia collection
Pickled Mushrooms II
Commercial pickled mushrooms
Pickled Okra
Makes about 2 pints.
Pickled Peppers
For abundant supply of bell peppers. My Aunt Maggie made these every summer and canned them as far back as I can remember. I got this recipe from her in 1984 and she had used it for years. Date and source unknown.
Pickled Peppers for Abundant Supply of Bell Peppers
My Aunt Maggie made these every summer and canned them as far back as I can remember. I got this recipe from her in 1984 and she had used it for years. Date and source unknown.
Pickled Tahiti Limes
Pickled Tahiti Limes from the Recidemia collection
Pickled Vegetable Medley for Winter I
In Romanian: Zacusca pentru iarna I
Pickled Vegetable Medley for Winter II
In Romanian: Zacusca pentru iarna II
Picnic Coleslaw
Here is an easy salad recipe you can prepare for your family or take to your next family get-together.
Picnic Salads
6 to 8 servings.

Pico de Gallo
has two meanings in Mexican cuisine. The most familiar to North Americans is a fresh, tomato-based condiment. " This salsa is never cooked.
Pico de Gallo
has two meanings in Mexican cuisine. The most familiar to North Americans is a fresh, tomato-based condiment. " This salsa is never cooked.
Picook's Pesto Sauce
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Pierogi
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Pierogie Filling:Saurkraut Filling
Poland
Pigeon Peas with Coconut
Pigeon Peas with Coconut from the Recidemia collection
Pig's Feet Stew
Pig's Feet Stew from the Recidemia collection
Pig's Foot Souse
Pig's Foot Souse from the Recidemia collection
Pigs-in-Blankets
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at World Re
Pikelet
are small, thick pancakes, and are standards of the New Zealand kitchen. They are also made in Australia.
Pilafi me Garides
Pilafi me Garides Rice pilaf with shrimp Serves 6 – 10
Pilgrim's Pumpkin Rice Custard
Makes 12 servings
Pina Colada Chicken
Makes 6 servings
Pina Colada Rice Pudding
Makes 6 servings
Pindzhur
Pindzhur from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple Carrot Coffee Ring
Pineapple Carrot Coffee Ring from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple Chicken
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Serves 4 to 6
Pineapple Chutney
Pineapple Chutney from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple, Corn and Mango Salsa
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Makes 2 servings
Pineapple-Fish Balls
Pineapple-Fish Balls from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple fried rice
Fried rice | |
PINEAPPLE NUT BREAD
PINEAPPLE NUT BREAD from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple Pilaf
Makes 6 servings
Pineapple Rice Delight
Makes 8 servings
Pineapple Rice Pudding
Makes 6 servings
Pineapple Snow
Yield 6 cups of Pineapple snow and 2 cups of soft custard sauce.
Pineapple-Strawberry Delight
Makes 6 servings.
Pineapple Tarts
Pineapple Tarts from the Recidemia collection
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Pineapple upside-down cake is a sweet treat with baked pineapples.
Pine Nut Rice Dressing
Makes 6 servings
Pinion Estate Lentil Soup
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Pinion Estate in Mesquite, Texas in 1994.
Pink Butter
In Romanian: Unt roz
Pink Valentines Angel Food Cake
Contributed by Jenn b aka Mom2sam and Tiny at World Re
Pinto Beans with Potatoes
This dish traditionally is made with manioc (also known as cassava), but potatoes are a reasonable substitute. Serves 6 – 8.
Pioneer Bean Pot
Pioneer Bean Pot from the Recidemia collection
Piparkakut (Gingerbread Cookies)
Piparkakut (Gingerbread Cookies)
Pipino Salad
Pipino is the Filipino term for cucumber.
Piquant Meat Loaf
Finely Ground Beef, Frozen by the US Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Piquant Rijstschotel
Piquant Rijstschotel from the Recidemia collection
Pisces Indian Eggplant
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.