Mint salt: a fresh take on spices
Are you looking for a novel way to employ salt and spices in your kitchen?
Look no further than this mint salt recipe! This fresh, natural salt is a game changer and will surely change the way you season your food.
Below is an excerpt Salt and the art of seasoning By James Strawbridge. It has been adapted for employ on the Internet.
What is mint salt?
This green, minty salt flavors your food with a sun-kissed wave of grassy flavor. I used to make a version that combined mint, fennel seeds and lemon zest in the mix, but I think this plain mix is an improvement for its simplicity and versatility. Mint salt is a pantry staple and should be made with fresh spearmint throughout the season.
AT It can be served with diced cantaloupe and blue cheese in a salad, topped with grilled scallops with pea puree, or to garnish pan-fried lamb chops or roasted vegetables and baked feta.
RECIPE: Mint salt
Makes approximately 150g/51⁄2oz
Ingredients
- 8 sprigs of mint, leaves plucked
- 140 g/5 oz sea salt crystals
Process
Grind the mint and salt in a food processor until polished green. You can dehydrated the salt in a drying rack or on a baking tray in a low 70°C/195°F/gas oven to extend its shelf life, but this will result in some loss of brightness. I usually store it fresh in an airtight container in a cold, dehydrated place and employ it within 2 weeks.
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Add a wealthy and punchy twist to your meals with red wine salt! This delicious seasoning is the perfect addition to dishes such as ribs, lamb chops, baked potatoes and more.
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