🌿

Rock Salt

Natural crystalline salt. Rock salt is a coarse, crystalline salt with a natural mineral profile. It is traditionally used in cooking and seasoning for its mild flavor. Rock salt is available in crushed, powdered, or granulated forms for food use.

Common Name: Rock SaltAlso Known As: endha NamakCategory: MineralSource: Produced by mining and processing natural underground rock salt deposits.Mostly Used In: Used as a seasoning and flavor enhancer Used in fasting and traditional foods Used in cooking and table salt applications Used in processed and packaged food products

❓ What Is Rock Salt?

Rock salt is a naturally occurring mineral salt obtained from underground salt deposits. It is composed primarily of sodium chloride and is minimally processed compared to refined salt.

🎯 Why Is It Used?

Enhances taste and flavor of foods Used as an alternative to refined salt Preferred in traditional and fasting recipes Provides seasoning in various food preparations

✅ Benefits

✓

Adds flavour.

✓

Used traditionally.

⚠️ Side Effects

Sodium intake risk.

Moderation advised.

📋 FSSAI Guidelines

Permitted as a food ingredient under FSSAI regulations Must comply with standards for edible common salt Iodization requirements apply unless exempted Mandatory declaration in ingredient list Claims regarding mineral content must be substantiated

📊 Daily Limit

Included in daily salt limit.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Consult with healthcare professionals for personalized dietary advice.

← Back to Home