Black Salt: The Underrated Star of Your Spice Rack

If your palate enjoys adding flavour to your culinary delights, beyond salt and pepper, this ones for you. Let’s talk all things black salt (aka kala namak). It’s a misnomer actually —it’s more of a light pastel-ish pink—and it smells a bit… erm, well, eggy. Sounds a tad peculiar, but give it a try, it’s a game-changer. Popular in South Asian cooking, this mineral-rich salt adds a savoury ✨ umami ✨ kick to dishes. Vegans love it because it makes tofu scramble taste exactly like eggs. Chuck it in your brunch, sprinkle it over fruit, or mix it into a drink for an extra punch. It’s packed with sulphur compounds (hence the scent) but don’t be put off—it’s delicious.