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A fine-grained salt that does not contain iodine or other additives, that is used in the process to pickle meats and can foods.

Any of several types of sea salt that have been "cured" with smoke in order to add flavor to the salt as a seasoning, similar to a smoked meat.

A seasoning that contains no sodium or small amounts of sodium and replaces regular salt for anyone with health concerns when flavoring foods.

Found in regions adjacent to the Himalayan mountain range, the Himalayan Pink Salt is a natural, coarse-grained salt containing a high concentration of minerals.

Known by its historical significance as a food preservative during earlier times, this variety of natural salt comes from the evaporation ponds surrounding the Portuguese ocean waters.

A very fine-grained salt that sticks better to popcorn and other foods such as French fries. If the surface of the popcorn has some oil present, the salt will remain on the outer skin of the corn.

Pure white in color, this variety of salt is harvested from the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Un-refined, air dried and processed without additives, Maine Sea Salt is produced into small, coarse particles that contain the bright flavor of the sea.

Codfish that has been salted and dried for preservation. It is popular in Portugal, Spain and France.

An olive that may be referred to as a dry-cured olive and is most likely a black olive. It is cured by storing it in salt for a period of one to several months, during which time the flesh of the fruit becomes wrinkled.

A term used to describe a food product that does not have any salt added to it. Products without salt may also be referred to as unsalted.

A refined, fine-grained salt containing additives, which make it flow freely. It does not stick to food very well and when added to solutions it is slow at dissolving.

Harvested from the pools of water remaining after the sea water has receded, this variety of salt is irregular in size and coarse in texture.

Refers to common table salt that has had iodine added to it during processing. A small amount of iodine is important for proper nutrition in helping to prevent thyroid disease.

A seasoning that may be made with wine or vinegar, dill, salt, garlic, possibly sour cream, mayonnaise, butter, and combinations of other ingredients.

Sweet cream butter, which is simply referred to as "butter", is produced from cream that has been churned until it becomes semisolid.

A meat product that is sometimes mistakenly referred to as "fat back". This cut of meat comes from the side and the belly of the hog and consists of a layer of fat with some lean meat streaks running through it.

Small bowls that are used to hold condiments, sauces or any food items that can be individually served.

Shredded cabbage that has been mixed with a brine of pickling salt and spices after which it is allowed to ferment for a period of time.

A reference to Middle Eastern pickled vegetables. A derivative of the Persian word “torsh,” meaning “sour,” the most common vegetable made into torshi is the turnip, although any vegetable can be used.

A naturally occurring, tart tasting compound formed in many fruits, such as gooseberries, lemons, limes, and pineapples.