Crystal salt | fine | 0.3-0.5 mm | light pink

What is it about / Product description

This crystal salt from Pakistan is a natural rock salt with a fine grain size of approx. 0.3–0.5 mm. The delicate light pink appearance is created by naturally occurring iron oxide and makes the salt an eye-catcher in any kitchen. As a mild table salt, it is ideal for everyday use and blends subtly into a wide variety of dishes.

For this pink rock salt, Biova relies on gently extracted, untreated natural salt without additives. The fine grain size ensures easy dosing and an even distribution in the dish, whether for cooking, seasoning or adding the final touch. Thanks to its natural origin from one of the largest rock salt deposits in the world, it stands for consistent quality and reliable seasoning power.

In the kitchen, the crystal salt can be used in many ways – from soups, sauces and vegetable dishes to salads and fine cuisine. Thanks to its fine structure, it dissolves quickly and is also excellently suited for salt shakers or as table salt. This way you can use Biova’s pink crystal salt as a universal basic seasoning for everyday cooking.

Origin

The rock salt comes from the Salt Range in the Pakistani province of Punjab, around 200 kilometers southwest of the Himalayas. This region is one of the most important deposits of natural crystal salt worldwide. The dry climate and geological conditions favor the formation of high-quality salt deposits at great depth.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

As a classic rock salt, this pink crystal salt is mined from massive salt domes. In underground tunnels, the salt rock is loosened, crushed and then mechanically sieved until the desired fine grain size of 0.3–0.5 mm is achieved. No chemical refining or additives are used, resulting in a natural product.

Special features

Its characteristic feature is the light pink coloration caused by traces of iron oxide, which visually distinguishes the salt from white table salts. The fine, almost powdery structure makes it particularly free-flowing and easily soluble. Filled as bulk goods, it is ideal for large consumers, manufactories and further processing.

Differences in origin and processing

Compared to sea salt, rock salt such as this crystal salt originates from ancient enclosed seas that have crystallized over millions of years. Mining in Pakistan’s Salt Range results in a low moisture content and a stable grain size. Thanks to Biova’s gentle grinding and sieving, the natural composition of the salt is preserved.

Taste & aroma

The pink rock salt is characterized by a mild, clear salty taste without intrusive bitter notes. It has no dominant inherent odor and therefore supports the natural flavor of the food instead of masking it. The fine grain size ensures an even perception on the palate.

Possible uses

• As a universal table salt in a salt shaker for everyday use
• For seasoning soups, sauces, vegetable and meat dishes
• For delicatessen products, spice blends and manufactory products in further processing

Product specification

• Country of origin: Pakistan
• Grain size: fine, approx. 0.3–0.5 mm
• Color: pink / light pink
• Type of salt: rock salt, natural
• Weight per unit: approx. 1.05 kg per kg of bulk goods