Sea salt
Sea salt is a fundamental ingredient in cooking, used for seasoning and preserving food. In Mexico, it is employed in nearly all dishes, from sauces to stews. Its purity and flavour make it a preferred choice among chefs.
Estimated retail price
~£1.20 / 500g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Sea salt, part of the pantry basics section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 3 recipes in our collection, including Toasted Chicatana Ants (Nucú) with Salt and Lime, Baja California Butter-Sautéed Callo de Hacha Scallops and Pulpo Enamorado Marinated Octopus with Pickled Red Onion. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Sea salt
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Sea salt?
Sea salt is used in 3 recipes in our collection, such as Toasted Chicatana Ants (Nucú) with Salt and Lime and Baja California Butter-Sautéed Callo de Hacha Scallops. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Sea salt in the UK?
You can buy Sea salt online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
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