Fleur de sel | flakes | 0.5-2.0 mm

What is it about / Product description

Fleur de Sel from Biova is a fine sea salt in delicate flakes with a grain size of around 0.5–2.0 mm. It forms as an ultra-thin salt layer on the surface of the salt pans and is traditionally skimmed off by hand. The white crystals are crunchy, mild in taste and ideal for the final refinement of high-quality dishes.

Thanks to the gentle harvesting process, the natural mineral composition of the Fleur de Sel is largely preserved. The flake structure ensures a pleasant mouthfeel and an even release of salt on the plate. Biova relies on carefully selected flake salts in bulk quality, which are particularly suitable for further processing in spice manufactories and in the catering trade.

In the kitchen, Fleur de Sel is preferably used as a table salt for seasoning directly at the finished dish. The fine flakes can be easily rubbed between the fingers and go well with meat, fish, vegetables, salads and delicate desserts. With this flake salt from Biova, you refine your dishes precisely and in a controlled way, without over-salting them.

Origin

The Fleur de Sel comes from a traditional saltworks that is fed with pure seawater. Hot winds and intense sunlight create ideal conditions for slow crystal formation. These natural factors contribute to the high quality and purity of the white sea salt.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

For this flake salt, seawater is directed into shallow salt pans and concentrated there by sun and wind. As soon as the first fine crystals form on the surface, they are gently skimmed off by hand. After a short drying period in the sun, the Fleur de Sel is packed without any further additives and supplied as bulk goods for commercial customers and resellers.

Special features

In contrast to classic granulated sea salt, this Fleur de Sel has a flaky, slightly brittle structure. The grain size of 0.5–2.0 mm makes it particularly versatile – fine enough for direct consumption, yet still clearly perceptible as flake salt. The natural, untreated quality meets Biova’s high standards for pure types of salt.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on the region of origin, sea salts can vary in color, mineral content and crystal form. This Fleur de Sel is characterized by its uniformly white flakes and gentle air-drying. The traditional hand harvesting clearly distinguishes it from industrially evaporated salts and ensures an especially fine texture.

Taste & aroma

Fleur de Sel has a mildly salty, well-balanced taste without intrusive bitter notes. The fine flakes dissolve slowly in the mouth and underline the aroma of the dishes instead of overpowering it. The salt is largely neutral in smell and therefore works very harmoniously in everyday cooking.

Possible applications

• As table salt for final seasoning of meat, fish and vegetable dishes
• For refining salads, soups and cold starters directly before serving
• In spice blends, rubs and salt blends for manufactories and gastronomy

Product specification

• Country of origin: not specified
• Grain size: flakes, approx. 0.5–2.0 mm, granulated / coarse
• Color: white
• Type of salt: sea salt, Fleur de Sel flake salt
• Packaging unit: bulk goods, approx. 1.05 kg per unit