Coarse Salt

Coarse salt refers to large-crystal sodium chloride used for seasoning and curing. The larger grains deliver clean salinity with added crunch and dissolve more slowly than fine salt, making them useful where gradual seasoning or a textured finish is desired. Types include kosher-style salts and coarse sea salts; they may vary in crystal shape, mineral traces, and whether they contain additives.

Because grain size and crystal geometry differ by brand, coarse salt has variable bulk density, so volume measures are unreliable. For consistent results, especially in baking and brining, measure by weight or match the brand specified in a recipe. Coarse salts are typically non-iodized and excel in applications like dry-brining, salting crusts, and finishing grilled foods.