Fleur De Sel – What is Fleur De Sel?

Fleur de sel

Fleur de Sel is a type of sea salt that’s popular with cooks and chefs around the world. It’s a delicate and rich salt that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to desserts to baked goods. But its name isn’t just a play on words: it’s also a reference to the coastal region of France where it’s harvested. And it’s also a unique salt that has a beautiful, complex flavor and texture that makes it a great finishing ingredient.

Although it’s expensive, it’s a delicious addition to any dish. You can find it in specialty food stores and online retailers. The best way to store it is in a glass container or a porcelain container. Also, it’s important to make sure that the container is cool, dry, and dark. Stored in the wrong type of container, fleur de sel can become contaminated.

When it comes to buying, it’s important to know that you can only buy this salt in small quantities. It’s also quite expensive, costing around $30 a pound. If you’re trying to save money, consider Maldon salt, which has a smoother texture and lighter briny taste. Alternatively, try kosher salt, which has smaller crystals that dissolve equally in warm water.

Unlike table salt, which is made from evaporating seawater, fleur de sel is harvested by hand in a process that only occurs once a year. This process takes place in the western French region of Guerande. As you might expect, the quality of this salt depends on the area in which it’s harvested. Historically, it’s only been harvested in France, but this practice has spread to other countries.

The process for harvesting fleur de sel is complicated. The crystals must be collected by hand, so a paludier is needed. Paludiers use wooden tools to scrape off the top layer of salt. Once the crystals have been picked, the remaining brine is poured into a drying basin. Depending on the conditions in which the salt is gathered, it can range in color from gray to white to pink.

In order to preserve the special properties of this salt, it should be stored in an airtight container. This means that it can’t be eaten right away. Usually, the best time to use it is as a garnish. For example, it works great on roasted or baked meats, or as a topping for oatmeal.

Although it’s not often used in cooking, it’s worth taking a little extra time to sprinkle fleur de sel on melon, pineapple, and eggs. Adding it to sweets and desserts like ice cream and chocolate will add a touch of natural flavor to any recipe. A pinch on a brown butter sage radish will also add a punch of flavor.

While it’s not cheap, a small bag of 250g can be purchased for between 4-5EUR in most markets. However, you should take into consideration that fleur de sel is rare, so you should plan ahead. After all, it’s a luxury item that can be hard to come by.

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