Ingredient:Fine salt
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Fine salt, commonly known as table salt, is the most heavily refined salt available. The crystals are mechanically milled into uniform, tiny cubes that dissolve instantly. It frequently has iodine added (to prevent iodine deficiency) and anti-caking agents to prevent clumping in humid environments.
Origin
Fine table salt is typically extracted from underground salt deposits. Water is pumped into the deposit to dissolve the salt into a brine, which is then pumped back to the surface and rapidly evaporated in vacuum pans to create small, uniform crystals.
Nutritional Information
Values based on a standard 100g (3.5 oz) serving.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal |
| Sodium | 38,758 mg |
Culinary Uses
- The standard choice for baking, where uniform crystal size ensures perfectly accurate volumetric measuring (teaspoons/tablespoons).
- Ideal for salting pasta water or quickly dissolving into soups and sauces.
- Commonly used in salt shakers for table-side seasoning.
