A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Food salt is sold as loose crystals, from small grains to larger flakes; plain refined salt is generally white.
In the kitchen
Used to season cooking liquids and finished food. A pinch also balances the sweetness in one red-bean paste preparation.
Table salt can be iodized or non-iodized. Fine sea salt and larger flakes differ in grain shape.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有食盐吗？
Does this dish contain Salt?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
