Sour Salt (Noun)
Meaning
Crystals of citric acid used as seasoning.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The chef sprinkled a pinch of sour salt over the soup to add a burst of citrus flavor.
- Sour salt is a common ingredient in many traditional recipes, particularly those from Eastern European cuisine.
- To make the traditional pickling spice blend, combine equal parts sour salt, black pepper, and dill seeds.
- The recipe called for a teaspoon of sour salt to be added to the brine for the homemade sauerkraut.
- Sour salt is often used as a substitute for lemon juice or vinegar in recipes where a dry seasoning is preferred.