Composition: |
Kosher salt si pure or almost pure sodium chloride. Unlike regular table salt, there is no iodine added. |
Origin: |
Kosher salt is produced all over the world, the name comes from a jewish religious practise of kashering meat it was originally used for. |
How to use in the kitchen: |
It is generally better for cooking because it doesn't contain any iodine. Aside from that, the size of kosher salt crystals is ideal for drawing out moisture from meat. |