What Is Black Himalayan Salt? Flavour and Cooking Uses

Sprinkling black salt or kala namak over Indian food

Black Himalayan salt, also called kala namak, is a seasoning with a distinctive egg-like aroma and flavour. It is used in South Asian cooking and plant-based recipes.

Cooking with kala namak

  • Season tofu scramble and other plant-based dishes that call for an egg-like flavour.
  • Use it in recipes for chaats, chutneys or raitas.
  • Try it as a finishing seasoning where its distinctive flavour suits the dish.

Start with the quantity specified in your recipe, then adjust to taste where the method allows.

Choosing your product

SafeSalt’s Kala Namak Black Salt Fine 450g listing contains the current product details, price and availability. Check the ingredient information when comparing different black-salt products.

Storing black salt

Keep the container closed and store in a cool, dry place. Follow the storage instructions on your pack.

Health precaution

If you have a low-sodium diet, consult a healthcare provider before using black salt regularly.

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