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Sun flakes salt | 1-2mm

Product information "Sun flakes salt | 1-2mm"

What is it about / Product description

Discover fine sun flakes salt from Pakistan, a delicate gourmet salt with filigree, pyramid-shaped crystals. The ultra-thin salt flakes can be easily crumbled between your fingers and give your dishes an elegant, professional finish. As a high-quality finger salt from Biova, it is ideal for final seasoning directly at the table.

Gentle drying in the sun creates light, crispy flakes with a uniform grain size of around 1–2 mm. The natural, light color and the pure taste without additives underline the premium character of this specialty. Biova relies on carefully selected brine and controlled processing to preserve the typical flake structure.

In creative cuisine, you use sun flakes salt specifically as a finishing salt to emphasize texture and flavor. Sprinkle the flakes over vegetables, meat, fish or salads shortly before serving so that the structure is preserved. This way you use the sun flakes salt optimally and give simple dishes a refined touch with just a few simple steps.

Origin

The salt comes from Pakistan, where saline brine is obtained under dry, sunny climatic conditions. In shallow basins, the water evaporates slowly, allowing fine crystal plates to form on the surface. This origin enables natural drying and a characteristic, light flake structure.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

For production, the brine is directed into shallow evaporation ponds and concentrated exclusively by sun and wind. The salt plates that form on the surface are carefully skimmed off by hand, gently dried and then selected according to the grain size of 1–2 mm. Mechanical stress is kept as low as possible in order to preserve the delicate flakes.

Special features

Characteristic are the light, crispy crystals that clearly differ from classic table salt. The flakes dissolve quickly in the mouth and allow precise dosing directly on the plate. As a Biova gourmet salt, this flake salt is particularly suitable for modern, sophisticated cuisine.

Differences in origin and processing

In contrast to industrially refined salt, the original crystal structure is preserved in this specialty. Sun-dried production in Pakistan gives the flakes their typical lightness and pyramid-shaped form. Climate, evaporation rate and gentle manual work significantly influence the shape, size and bite of the salt flakes.

Taste & aroma

Sun flakes salt offers a clear, pure salt taste without intrusive off-notes. Thanks to its fine structure, it feels mild on the palate, as the flakes dissolve quickly and distribute evenly. The aroma remains neutral and thus supports the natural flavor of the ingredients used.

Possible applications

  • Sprinkle as a finishing salt over grilled vegetables, meat or fish
  • Use to refine salads, bowls, carpaccio or antipasti directly before serving
  • Use as a decorative finger salt on butter, fresh bread or cold starters

Product specification

  • Country of origin: Pakistan
  • Grain size: 1–2 mm
  • Color: naturally white to slightly cream-colored
  • Product type: Food, gourmet salt / spice
  • Content: 1.0 kg per unit