Ingredient:Hawaiian black salt
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Hawaiian Black Salt, often sold as Hiwa Kai or Black Lava Salt, is a modern creation made by blending sea salt with activated charcoal derived from coconut shells. It has a striking, glossy, jet-black appearance and a very clean, slightly nutty flavor.
Origin
Unlike Alaea salt, which has deep historical roots, black lava salt is primarily a modern culinary invention from Hawaii and Cyprus. It combines the local harvesting of sea salt with the addition of activated charcoal, largely for dramatic visual presentation.
Nutritional Information
Values based on a standard 100g (3.5 oz) serving. The activated charcoal is highly porous and lowers the overall sodium percentage by volume.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal |
| Sodium | ~35,000 mg |
Culinary Uses
- Used strictly as a finishing salt, as the charcoal can turn food an unappetizing grey color if dissolved during cooking.
- Provides stunning visual contrast when sprinkled on light-colored foods like scrambled eggs, white fish, seared scallops, or sweet potatoes.
- The charcoal provides a very slight earthy, detoxifying flavor profile.
