Salt not only enhances the natural flavors of food, but the right salt can also offer health benefits. The best salts contain essential minerals and have a fresh, crisp taste that compliments the natural flavors of food.
Some salts, like iodized table salt, are overprocessed, stripping away their natural minerals, and they contain additives to prevent clumping. In addition, iodized salt is higher in sodium than many other salts and has a harsh, overly salty taste that overpowers the natural flavors of food.
There are many alternatives to iodized salt one excellent option is Sel de Guérande, a French sea salt that is harvested by hand. Due to its careful processing, it retains essential minerals like magnesium, calcium, and potassium, offering benefits that surpass those of iodized table salt. Its taste is fresh and crisp, not overly salty, and it contains less sodium than iodized table salt, making it a tastier and healthier alternative overall.
Sel de Guérande is available in both coarse grain and fine grains. I use both — the fine grain dissolves quickly during cooking and adds a delicate and subtle texture when seasoning at the table. While the coarse grains add a satisfying crunch to finished dishes like a pan-seared steak.
Keep your salt in an airtight container for long-term storage and a small, easily accessible container for daily use beside the stove and on the table. You can also store it in a wooden saltbox for a useful and attractive addition to your dinner table.
If you want to try Sel de Geruenade, look for it in your grocery store or online. Online shopping has many advantages: convenience, quality selection, and attractive prices. While you can find many products on Amazon, I suggest looking at other online specialty stores to compare prices.
You may also be interested in reading about Celtic Sea Salt®, another type of sea salt that is also rich in minerals (over 74 essential trace minerals) and lower sodium than standard iodized table salt.
