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SALTY FAQs
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Here are some frequently asked questions about natural sea salt and the products presented by Sea of Cortez Salt. If your answer isn't here, please contact info@SOCSalt.com.
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Q. What is sea salt?
Q. Why should I use sea salt?
Q. How do you extract salt from sea water?
Q. Why is sea salt moist?
Q. Is sea salt organic?
Q. Do you use any MSG (monosodium glutamate)?
Q. How can I get a finer grind?
Q. What is sea salt?
A. All salt originally came from the sea. The salt you use every day was probably mined underground, where an ancient ocean may have evaporated. Mined sea salt has lost much of its original quality. Modern processing has washed the salt of dirt, which also removes much of the trace minerals. Erosion of these minerals may also have occurred over millions of years.
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Q. Why should I use sea salt?
A. Quality sea salt is lower in sodium and adds texture and flavor. Coarse or fine, it may be applied in creative ways to your cooking, and can enhance the flavor of your favorite drink when applied to the rim of a glass. Natural sea salt is free of drying agents, free of anti-caking chemicals, and without added iodine. The concentration of trace minerals in sea salt typically is higher than that of commercially processed table salt.
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Q. How do you extract salt from sea water?
A. Our sea salt is made by evaporating fresh sea water in shallow pools. Coarse crystals are formed as the ocean water evaporates, leaving behind pure sea salt crystals.
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Q. Why is sea salt moist?
A. The moisture in sea salt is an indication that it is a natural product. Sea salt attracts moisture from the atmosphere, which is why standard table salt has drying agents added to provide a more free-flowing product. Sea salt does not flow well in a shaker.
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Q. Is sea salt organic?
A. "Organic" is a label placed on a food product such as vegetables that meet the requirements of an organic standard. These standards are usually designated by a government or trade association. Sea salt can be considered organic if it is produced in a natural way. Beware of some sea salt that has been processed and consequently differs very little from table salt. The differences are difficult to distinguish. There is no organic trade association or government label for organic sea salt in the U.S.
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Q. Do you use any MSG (monosodium glutamate)?
A. No. We do not use any artificial flavorings or seasonings.
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Q. How can I get a finer grind?
A. The adjustable grinder top can be raised or lowered to get the coarse or fine grind you desire.
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