Kosher salt
About the ingredient kosher salt. Including 488 recipes with kosher salt, nutrition data, and where to find it.
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What is kosher salt?
Koshering salt, usually referred to as kosher salt in the US, is a term that describes one of the most commonly used varieties of edible salt in commercial kitchens today.
Kosher salt has a much larger grain size than some common table salt. Like common table salt, kosher salt consists of the chemical compound sodium chloride.
Unlike some common table salt, Kosher salt typically contains no additives (for example, iodide), although some brands will include anti-clumping agents in small amounts. Additive-free non-kosher salt is also readily available.
Kosher salt can be used in nearly all applications, but it is not generally recommended for baking with recipes that use small amounts of liquid (wet ingredients).
If there is not enough liquid, the kosher salt will not dissolve sufficiently, and this can result in small bits of salt in the resulting product; in certain applications this is undesirable. In recipes where there is enough liquid to dissolve all the salt, table salt can be replaced by kosher salt, but the volume must be adjusted.
Because kosher grains occupy more volume (for equal weight) the volume of kosher salt should be increased. Because kosher salt grains can vary in size considerably from one brand to another, it is recommended that one check the box for a conversion guideline, which is generally provided.
If there is no guidance provided, twice as much kosher salt (by volume) to replace table salt serves as a rough estimate. Another reliable technique is to use an equal weight; a gram of kosher salt is equivalent to a gram of table salt.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (292g)Where found
Kosher salt is usually found in the spices section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Kosher salt is a member of the Spices and Herbs US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does kosher salt weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 292 grams |
| 1 tbsp | 18 grams |
| 1 teaspoon | 6 grams |
| 1 dash | 0 grams |
Related
Spices and Herbs
| In Chinese: | 犹太盐 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | sel kosher | |
| en español: | sal kosher |
Recipes using kosher salt
There are 488 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Adam's Chai Latte Ice Cream
My brother Adam loves this ice cream so much that I asked him for the recipe. It's a Chai Latte with chunks of gingerbread cookies hidden within.
Simply Refreshing Summer Lime Tart
You can decorate this easy tart to look so elegant, your guests will be impressed.
Herbed Mashed Potatoes
Our family all love mashed potatoes, we try different kinds of mashed potatoes, this herbed ones are very nice too.
Mini Roasted Leek, Onion & Navy Bean Galettes
These rustic pie like galettes were so delicious. Buttery crust and a delicious filling made with roasted leek and onion, and creamy navy beans. It didn't last long. Yum.
Tamatar Bhat (Tomato Rice Pilaf)
Fresh or in a pinch canned tomatoes add depth to the rice in this fluffy pilaf. A great side dish and I usually finish cooking the rice using my rice cooker while I'm busy watching the Food Network!
Pear & Lamb Kebabs With Harpoon Ale-Rosemary Pan Sauce
To make the kebabs, you’ll need eight 10-inch wooden or bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes. Metal skewers may overcook the lamb, so use only metal if you like your meat well done.
Fried Goat Cheese
Breaded and golden-fried goat cheese medallions are a great appetizer served with a drizzle of honey, garnished with sliced or diced peppers and spread on baguette slices. These little beauties would also be great atop a green salad.
Moorish Albondigas
The spices used in this recipe give these little meatballs a Moorish influence. A variation of a popular item at tapas bars, these albondigas can be served in a broth or with a sauce for dipping.
Sesame-Ginger Grilled Marinated Flank Steak
The steak was marinated overnight with the wet paste, which not only added tons of flavour to the steak, but also softened up the meat. It didn't take long to grill it. Then we just simply let it rest for about 10 minutes, which is the crucial part of cooking any meat. This step allows meat to rest, and lock all the juice inside the meat when you slice it.
Indian Spiced Potato Stuffed Bread
These flavorful Indian stuffed bread goes deliciously well with chutney and raita, or any Indian main course.
Indian Spiced Potato Stuffed Bread
These flavorful Indian stuffed bread goes deliciously well with chutney and raita, or any Indian main course.
Adam's Sticky Toffee Pudding
My brother's Sticky Toffee Christmas pudding recipe that he serves with homemade Chai Latte Ice cream.
