What is Himalayan crystal salt?

A natural rock salt (halite) from the Khewra Salt Range in Pakistan, ranging from white to pink due to trace minerals.

How do I use it in the kitchen?

Season like regular salt. For cooking use ~0.8–1.2% by weight; for finishing, add 1–2 pinches per portion. Ideal for grinders.

Does it contain allergens or additives?

No allergens. Ingredients: rock salt (halite), 100%.

Will the pink color affect my dish?

As a finish it mainly adds visual contrast. In brines the color may faintly tint the liquid; this does not affect salinity.

How should I store Himalayan salt?

Keep airtight in a cool, dry place away from steam. Reseal promptly; best texture within 24 months.

Himalayan Salt

Himalayan crystal salt chunks from Khewra, Pakistan

Himalayan Crystal Salt — “Salt Diamonds” from Pakistan

Himalayan crystal salt is a natural rock salt (halite) from the underground deposits of the Khewra Salt Range, Pakistan. Its color varies from white to pale pink and deep rose due to trace minerals. Use it like any culinary salt — for everyday cooking, finishing and in grinders.

Type: Rock salt (halite), natural
Origin: Khewra Salt Range, Punjab, Pakistan
Color: white to pink/rose (iron oxide traces)
Grain options: crystals/chunks, coarse, fine (grinder-friendly)
Taste & texture: clean salinity, crunchy crystals when used as a finish

Culinary uses

Everyday cooking: season soups, vegetables, grains and sauces as you would with table salt.
Finishing: scatter a pinch on grilled meats, salads or eggs for crunch and visual contrast.
Grinders: load coarse crystals; adjust to medium–fine for even seasoning.
Brines & curing: dissolve fully; note that pink hues can faintly tint brines.

How to use

Cooking ratio (general): 0.8–1.2% salt by weight of food (8–12 g per 1 kg).
Pasta water: ~10 g per 1 l water.
Finishing: 1–2 pinches per portion (≈ 0.3–0.6 g), to taste.
Grinders: keep crystals dry; avoid steam over the pot to prevent clumping.

Ingredients & ALLERGENS

Ingredients: rock salt (halite), 100%.

ALLERGENS: none.

Optional note on composition

Natural rock salt may contain trace minerals. Typical indicative values (per kg) can include: magnesium ~10.9 mg, calcium ~36.2 mg, potassium ~36.6 mg, iron ~4.11 mg. Values vary by lot and are not for dietary evaluation.

Storage

Store airtight, cool and dry, away from light and kitchen steam. Reseal promptly. Best texture within 24 months.

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