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Keep the Salt Levels Healthy With Himalayan Kitchen Chic
The latest craze in home, health, and interiors, Himalayan salt has definitely been getting itself noticed – first for its striking pink color, which runs across the spectrum from a very soft rose through to vivid orange. That means each Himalayan salt item you purchase will be subtly and strikingly unique. Then there’s the health benefits, including its air purifying action, which helps with allergies.
And in the kitchen, a Himalayan salt slab is a great way to add just the right amount of salt to food, whilst also providing a talking point at your table.
Whether you’re serving cold cuts, a vegetable selection, or want to keep fish or steaks warm on a table buffet or potluck, using this crystal salt platter allows your food to absorb a naturally suited level of salt, providing a delicious flavor that one can only get from this type of cooking method.
Things to Keep in Mind
There’s a proper way to cook and prepare food using a salt tile. Make sure to read the detailed guide I wrote on how to temper this crystal slab, how to prepare it for cooking steaks, and so on. If you’re serious about purchasing a salt tile, best to check out my earlier article!
Because of the delicate nature of items crafted from salt, these items are somewhat fragile and prone to cracking and chipping.
UMAID Himalayan Salt Block Cooking Plate with Metal Tray
The UMAID set comes with 1 Himalayan salt block, 1 metal tray holder and a recipe book. While it’s great for grilling steaks, seafood, and fish, it can also be used as a serving plate for chilled food.
I personally recommend having one for cooking and another for chilling to keep the durability of the tiles. To use as a cold serving plate, place your salt tile in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours. Later, you can take it out and lay foods like sashimi, cheese, or mini cake slices. We had caramel fudge squares on our cooled salt tile and the taste came out like salted caramel, our favorite.
Size: 12″ x 8″ x 1.5″
Pros of UMAID Salt Block:
- Lends an excellent yet not-overwhelming flavor to food
- Certified kosher
- The metal tray helps make handling the salt block easy especially when it’s hot
- The recipe is a nice bonus
- Always a great conversation topic
Cons of UMAID Salt Block:
- A tad expensive
Value For Money?
The quality of the slab is very good and still looks almost new even after several uses.
- Package Includes: 100% Natural Himalayan Salt Cooking Block & iron Steel Holder to Avoid Rust. With Recipe Pamphlet, Size, 12 X 8 X 1.5...
- Salty Flavor Extra Sizzle: Add extra sizzling salty flavor Taste to all your meals Meat, Fish, Vegetables, seafood and more.. Enjoy the...
- High Quality Metal Tray: The Salt Block Holder is made out of high quality steel that provides the sturdy support and protection to extend...
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Black Tai Salt co. Salt Plate
While this salt plate would benefit from better instructions, it does make an excellent, practical, and striking serving piece. Imparting just the right amount of flavor, without leaving food too salty, the Black Tai salt plate is easy to clean, meaning you can have truly effortless style at your dinner parties.
Size: 12″ x 8″ x 2″
Pros of Black Tai Salt co. Salt Plate:
- Easy to clean
- Good flavor
- Stylish
Cons of Black Tai Salt co. Salt Plate:
- Would benefit from better instructions
Value For Money?
It is very affordable, especially as an individual table setting. Definitely a good buy!
- Caution: Salt blocks may contain small amounts of water or moisture. If this is the case the block may explode when exposed to high...
- Gourmet FDA Organic all natural salt slab no chemicals or additives
- Not fumigated because we intentionally avoid using pallets
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The Spice Lab Salt Tile
This is a functional salt tile that withstands heat well, so is ideal to be warmed up and used to keep fish and meat warm at table, or to “rest” steaks and meat joints prior to serving.
It transfers just the right amount of salt from tile to food, meaning you get a healthy level of salt, and a flavorsome meal.
Size: 12″ x 8″ x 2″
Pros of the Spice Lab Salt Tile:
- Just the right amount of salt
- Withstands heat well
Cons of the Spice Lab Salt Tile:
- Higher price than other salt plates/salt tiles
Value For Money?
You get a good price for the quality of this salt block. Recommended!
- ONLY THE BEST SALT PLATES MAKE THE CUT: We know it’s hard to find the best premium gourmet food grade salt plates on the market and...
- TAKE YOUR GOURMET COOKING TO THE NEXT LEVEL: You can even heat them up over 450 degrees to sear your steaks, seafood and other favorite...
- FOR HOT SERVING: Perfect for the grill, a gas or electric range, or many other heated sources. Slowly increase heat from low to medium to a...
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TIABO Salt Plate with Stainless Steel Holder
This is a good-size salt plate which gives a brilliant flavor to both hot and cold food, without transferring an excess of salt.
We love that it’s a good thickness. You can feel the heft when you carry it. It gives off a beautiful aroma when you pre-heat it and then a very tasty flavor when you cook delicious seafoods on it like salmon or scallops.
So long as you do not get a defective frame, it can actually stand up to heat nicely.
Size: 10″ x 6″ x 2″
Pros of the TIABO Salt Plate:
- Gives excellent flavor
- Very affordable
- Good size
Cons of the TIABO Salt Plate:
- The holder handle can break off; not reliable
Value For Money?
The tray isn’t the best quality but for the low price, the slab itself makes it worthwhile.
- HAND-CARVED MINED IN THE HIMALAYAS: Each slab of Himalayan salt is carved by hand to ensure high quality cuts of the perfect measurement....
- COOK-GRILL–SEAR-SERVE: Use our Himalayan salt slab while barbecuing or grilling. It can be placed on either your grill or stove top. Great...
- KEEPS FOOD WARM OR COLD: The unique absorption of the Himalayan salts allows it to keep the heat or cold stored on the salt block for...
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Charcoal Companion CC6064 Himalayan Salt Plate and Holder Set
This would make a stylish table centerpiece, and is an attractive, healthy way to add salt to your food, whether you’re hosting a buffet, pot luck supper, or just the annual family get together.
There seem to be counterfeit replicas of the Charcoal salt tile when bought from third party sellers so make sure you buy directly from Amazon if you are buying online. They source them straight from the sellers so you are assured of getting the real thing.
The Charcoal Companion CC6064 is the number 1 bestseller in Rock Salts.
Size: 12″ x 8″ x 1.5″
Pros of the Charcoal Companion CC6064:
- Cooks well
- Attractive to look at
- Good customer service
Cons of the Charcoal Companion CC6064:
- Higher priced than the other salt tiles on our list
- You may end up with a fake salt tile if purchased from third party sellers
Value For Money?
The salt block is indeed for cooking but has the added benefit of the tray being very presentable. It looks great when placed on one’s dining table. As a plus, the customer service is very responsive and generous.
- 100% Himalayan salt imparts naturally rich, salty flavor
- Set includes 8" by 12" salt plate and porcelain-coated steel salt plate holder
- Heat and use as a cooking surface or chill to keep food cool
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Do not hesitate to add the dash of kitchen spa to your cooking area for a truly relaxing kitchen spot!
Author: Philip Andrew
A writer and teacher who enjoys lazing around and building winter nests out of duvets. “Most are too itchy. You’ve got to be picky.” His goal is to create a complete home spa for 24/7 access to rest and relaxation. Next on the agenda: a barrel sauna for the garden. Connect with Philip on Twitter @completehomespa.