Hold on to your taste buds, folks, because we're diving headfirst into the wild and wonderful world of smoked salt.

Smoked salt is a delicious and versatile seasoning that can be used to add a smoky flavor to a variety of dishes. It is made by smoking salt over wood chips, which imparts a smoky flavor and aroma. Smoked salt can be used to flavor meats, vegetables, seafood, and even cocktails. I first came across smoked salt in a small restaurant in the countryside. I was served a grilled salmon fillet that was seasoned with smoked salt, and I was immediately hooked. The smoky flavor was so delicious and complex, and it perfectly complemented the salmon.

Since then, I have been using smoked salt in all sorts of dishes. I love using it to season steaks, grilled chicken, and roasted vegetables. I also like to add it to soups, stews, and sauces. Smoked salt can even be used to rim margarita glasses or to make bloody marys. This ain't your grandma's table salt—no, this is a flavor bomb that'll knock your socks off and leave you begging for more. So, buckle up and get ready for a ride as we explore the smoky allure, versatile badassery, and mind-blowing culinary magic of smoked salt.

The Origins: Where Smoke Meets Salt

Let's take a trip back in time. Picture our ancestors, fire crackling, and meat sizzling over the flames. They soon discovered that adding smoke to the preservation of food not only kept it from turning into funky moldy bits but also gave it a flavor punch that made taste buds sing. Fast forward to the present, and we're reviving this ancient technique with a vengeance. There are many different types of smoked salt available, each with its own unique flavor profile. The most common types of smoked salt are made with hickory, mesquite, applewood, and oak. You can also find smoked salt made with fruitwood, such as cherry or plum.

A Symphony of Flavors

When choosing smoked salt, it is important to consider the flavor profile of the dish you are making. For example, if you are making a dish with a strong flavor, such as a grilled steak, you may want to use a more mild smoked salt, such as hickory. If you are making a dish with a more delicate flavor, such as a roasted chicken, you may want to use a more assertive smoked salt, such as mesquite. Each variety brings its own unique instrument to the flavor party.

Versatility: Not Just a One-Trick Pony

Smoked salt is versatile as hell. Sure, you can sprinkle it over a perfectly grilled steak, adding a smoky kiss that'll make you weak in the knees. But that's just the tip of the culinary iceberg, my friends. Mix it into marinades, rubs, and spice blends to transform ordinary dishes into taste explosions that'll blow your mind.

‍Here are some of my favorite ways to use smoked salt:

• Grilled salmon: Season the salmon with smoked salt and black pepper. Grill the salmon over medium heat until it is cooked through.
• Grilled chicken: Season the chicken with smoked salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Grill the chicken over medium heat until it is cooked through.
• Roasted vegetables: Toss the vegetables with olive oil, smoked salt, and black pepper. Roast the vegetables in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender.
• Soup: Add a pinch of smoked salt to your favorite soup recipe. The smoky flavor will enhance the other flavors in the soup.
• Stew: Add a pinch of smoked salt to your favorite stew recipe. The smoky flavor will warm you up on a cold day.
• Bloody mary: Rim a margarita glass with smoked salt. Add your favorite vodka, tomato juice, and garnishes.

Step up your game and sprinkle a bit of smoked salt onto dark chocolate brownies, chocolate cookies, or drizzle it over caramel sauce. It's the unexpected twist that takes desserts from "yummy" to "holy sh*t, what just happened?"

Smoky Delights

So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to flavor your food, I highly recommend giving smoked salt a try. You won't be disappointed. When you crack open that container of smoked salt, the intoxicating aroma of smoky goodness will take you to flavor paradise. And let's not forget its rebellious appearance—a range of earthy hues that add a touch of artistry to your culinary creations.

"Food may not be the answer to world peace, but it's a start." - Anthony Bourdain

So, my friends, embrace the smoky seduction of smoked salt. We obviously think that our smoked salts are the best, but no matter which way you go get ready for a flavor revolution that'll have you begging for more. From its ancient origins to its modern-day resurgence, smoked salt is here to kick culinary ass and take your taste buds on an unforgettable adventure. So, go forth, sprinkle that sh*t on everything (even the cake).

‍

‍

‍