Why Is Kosher Salt Called "Kosher" Salt?

What's so kosher about it?

Salt Cod and Clam Stew

A light fish stew with clams.

What Do "Kosher" and "Halal" Mean?

Mystery deli terms explained.

Grandma Irma's "California" Brisket

Grandma Irma Zigas shares her special brisket with her grandson Caleb in our Cooking with Grandma video.

Bitter Greens Salad with Caper Vinaigrette

A fresh, crunchy salad dressed in an herby caper vinaigrette.

Chocolate Caramel Apples with Salted Pretzels

Bittersweet chocolate, salty pretzels, sweet caramel, and sour apples—did we say it’s all on a stick?

Korean Soybean Sprout Salad

A fast, simple side to serve with your Korean barbecue.

Honeyed Cashews with Kosher Salt

The perfect accompaniment to your next tail.

Cumin Salt

Really nice on the rim of a margarita glass.

Cayenne Salt

Adds a nice kick to the rim of a margarita glass.

Cucumber, Hummus, and Lemon Tea Sandwiches

Nicely crisp and slightly tart.

One big difference here in the U.S. is that it doesn’t have iodine it, the way U.S. “regular” table salt does. Also, although you can get a “fine grain” kosher salt, it often comes in larger grains...

Basic Tortilla Chips

Salty, crunchy corn chips that are begging to be dunked in salsa or topped with cheese for homemade nachos.

Tandoori-Style Marinade

An easy, versatile marinade for chicken, lamb, and fish.

Toasted Cashew and Bacon Brittle

It brings out your inner hedonist with just a few bites.