I am a salt guy -
always have been and probably always will
be. Some people like cookies, I prefer
chips. Some people enjoy chocolate for
dessert, I like cheese. My whole life
I’ve been using table salt to flavor my food
and cooking - but since discovering Kosher salt
I will never go back.
The
Difference Between Kosher Salt and Table
Salt
Kosher salt has a
bigger grain than table salt, and also has a
more delicate flavor. (I know…saying salt isn’t
as salty sounds ridiculous.) Table salt
contains additives that are not allowed in
Kosher salt, such as chemicals to prevent
clumping. These give table salt a sharp bite
whereas Kosher salt has a more pure taste.
Because the grains in Kosher salt have a larger
diameter, it also sticks better to food than
table salt, covering more surface area and
ensuring perfect seasoning of your dish.
Fortunately for my blood pressure, I also find
that Kosher salt is more satisfying and I can
actually salt my dishes less.
The Difference
Between Sea Salt and Kosher Salt
Sea salt is very
much like Kosher salt in texture and size,
because it also has a coarser grain. Since
sea salt is harvested from ocean
water, it also contains other natural
minerals that are prized by many chefs for
adding extra notes and fineness to
cooking. For everyday cooking, I find
Kosher salt to be a great fit - especially
given the price premium for sea salt (a
box of Kosher salt that lasts 3-6 months in our
house is only $5). However, for
special dishes or if you just want to
experiment with something different, give
it a try!
Other Gourmet Salts
- What the Heck is Himalayan Pink?
And if you're feeling
REALLY adventurous, there's a whole range
of other specialty salts that are now
becoming broadly available in local
stores. From pink Himalayan salt -
harvested from a special mine in Pakistan
- to gray rock salts, you may find
these served at fine restaurants or
included as part of gourmet gift
sets. The novelty of these salts is
clearly driving some of their popularity
but they are also fun to play with
in the kitchen. Like sea salt,
they have higher mineral
content than standard salts which
can contribute unique flavors to many
dishes.
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