How Salt Transforms Food

Salt isn’t just seasoning. It changes how food behaves at a molecular level.

Used correctly, it transforms flavor and texture.<break time="0.3s" /> Sprinkling salt on meat before cooking

pulls water to the surface. This happens through osmosis, where water moves

to balance the salt concentration. This concentrates natural flavors and helps form a

caramelized crust. Sprinkle kosher salt 10–15 minutes before cooking, then pat dry.

You get a restaurant-quality sear.<break time="0.3s" /> Salt draws moisture from vegetables. This concentrates natural sugars and

improves browning during roasting. Sprinkle 10–15 minutes before roasting. The result is sweeter,

crispier vegetables with even caramelization.<break time="0.3s" /> Fine table salt dissolves instantly. Coarse kosher salt