This gourmet salt is ancient and rare. For this reason, it is highly appreciated as a gourmet coarse salt. It is a rock salt that comes from land mines, ancient deposits of sea salt what remains of the primordial seas. Its characteristics make it a special salt also in taste, evanescent and delicious, and in aroma.

Blue salt in grains: characteristics and benefits

Whole grain rock salt is a naturally colored type of mineral. Its transparent grains are furrowed with streaks of bright blue, even intense, which make this salt particular but suitable for food use. The color is due to the presence of sylvite, a mineral that is part of the halite group of minerals, and is a crystalline variant of potash. It can be a colorless mineral, or yellow or pink in color, with blue shades in some declinations. Compared to most salts, the strong presence of potassium determines a rather strong initial salty taste. Soon the flavor disappears, leaving a mild taste in the mouth, and a spicy aroma. This blue salt in grains, due to its high potassium content, helps the body to regulate water balance, acidity levels and blood pressure.

Origins and History of the extraction

This “blue” salt was formed in very ancient times, over 200 million years ago, in which its structure probably changed due to the movements of the earth's crust. The color of the salt occurs during the formation of the crystalline structure, when great pressure is exerted on the salt deposits. It is due to the small amount of sylvite present in the structure, which makes the salt appear blue. Since the more finely ground the salt, the less blue it is perceived, the original rock salt is retained by its purity. The salt is collected without further processing, and is a particularly valuable salt. A few tons are produced every year, for this reason blue grain salt is one of the rarest salts. In addition, it is expensive for the extraction process (excavation, machinery) and for the crushing work. While leaving the rock salt whole, the large crystals must be reduced in the grains of the blue salt to be useful in the kitchen. The best known version of blue salt is extracted from an ancient cave located in Iran, where thanks to the sylvite it takes on bluish blue reflections.

Nutritional values ​​of blue salt in grains

In this blue coarse salt, as in table salt, the main molecular compound is sodium chloride. Compared to classic refined table salt, however, blue salt includes minerals such as potassium, chlorine, and traces of calcium, iron and magnesium. Rock salt differs from classic table salt due to the absence of iodine.

How to use blue salt grains in the kitchen

This natural rock salt gives a strong flavor that almost immediately becomes more delicate. Perfect for leaving a complex taste with a slight sweetness on the palate. This nuance of taste can enhance all dishes, even if in particular it has the property of enhancing seafood, fish, and all the steam cooking typical of the oriental tradition. As a finishing salt, the large grains of blue salt are often used as an embellishment of the most sought-after dishes. It is sprinkled just before serving, to enhance their flavor and appearance. It is especially delicious on dishes based on truffles, mushrooms, foie gras, white meat dishes. Also ideal in the dough of baked products, to add salt to the right point. Its lower flavor is also useful in the preparation of desserts, combining with the sweet and spicy notes. The palate likes it, for example, in blue salt flavored chocolate. It is also used for the edge of drinks, due to its not too pronounced taste. It can also be added freshly ground to dishes, to marry better with spicy dishes.

Blue salt: side effects and contraindications

Caution is advised in the intake of sea salt in case of arterial hypertension, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Furthermore, it is good to moderate the quantities in case of cardiovascular disorders, diseases related to the kidneys and blood vessels. It is not recommended for those who want to combat water retention.

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