flaky sea salt.

Salt is a mineral and lasts indefinitely if kept dry and free from contaminants.

Yes, but use less table salt by volume. 1 teaspoon of table salt is roughly equivalent to 1.5 to 2 teaspoons of flaky salt due to the air between flakes.

Its large surface area and thin texture provide a pleasant crunch and a concentrated burst of flavor that dissolves quickly on the tongue.

Most flaky sea salts are unfortified and contain only trace amounts of naturally occurring iodine, unlike iodized table salt.

Keep it in a sealed glass jar or a ceramic salt pig in a dry area of the kitchen, away from the stove's humidity.

Nutritionally they are similar in sodium content, but flaky salt is often less processed and lacks chemical anti-caking agents.

It is best on grilled meats, fresh sliced tomatoes, avocado toast, and baked goods like chocolate chip cookies.

You can, but it is a waste of expensive salt as the unique texture will dissolve immediately; use standard sea salt or kosher salt for boiling.