Description
Bright, citrusy, and aromatic, this Homemade Orange & Rosemary Salt is a must-try! Made with fresh orange zest, rosemary, and sea salt, it’s an easy way to enhance meats, veggies, and more. Plus, it makes a fantastic homemade gift for food lovers!
Ingredients
1 cup Sea Salt
3-4 tbsp Fresh Rosemary, chopped
Zest of 2 - 3 Oranges
Juice of 1 Orange
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
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Wash and dry the rosemary thoroughly, then chop it finely.
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Zest the oranges, ensuring to avoid the white pith to prevent bitterness. Juice the oranges.
Blend the Flavored Salt
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For a finely ground salt: Combine the sea salt, chopped rosemary, and orange zest in a food processor or grinder. Blend until the mixture is smooth and the salt is evenly green.
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For a coarser salt: Blend the rosemary and orange zest alone until they reach the desired texture. Then, add the sea salt and pulse a few times to combine, preserving the salt's coarse texture.
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Mix in the orange juice.
Dry the Mixture
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To prolong shelf life, spread the salt mixture in a thin layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Place the baking sheet in the oven and dry at 230°F (100°C) for 30-45 minutes, or until the mixture is dry to the touch. Check regularly to prevent burning the salt mixture.
Notes
Store: Once completely dry, cool the mixture and transfer the mixture to an airtight container or glass jar. If dried thoroughly, the flavored salt can last 6 - 12 months, though the flavor will gradually diminish over time.
Use: Allow the salt to sit for 1-2 days before using to let the flavors fully develop. Use as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, or any dish that could benefit from a burst of citrusy, herbaceous flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 - 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 - 45 minutes
- Category: Homemade Seasoning
- Method: Oven Drying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 tsp
- Calories: 1
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 1131.8 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
