Coarse sea salt
Description
Coarse sea salt consists of larger, irregular crystals that are white or slightly gray in color. When crushed, they provide a crunchy, pronounced saltiness and subtle marine flavor notes. Thanks to the larger crystals, the flavor is released more slowly, which gives a pleasant finish to dishes and a "crackling" effect when used as a finishing salt. This ingredient is primarily sodium chloride with small amounts of trace minerals (magnesium, potassium, calcium). Sodium is essential for electrolyte balance and nerve conduction, but excess salt increases the risk of hypertension, so moderation in use is key. In the kitchen, coarse salt is ideal for seasoning meat before grilling, curing, baking in salt, marinades, and as a table salt. It should be stored in an airtight, dry container, away from moisture and heat sources, to avoid clumping and loss of aroma.
