Description
Homemade sriracha salt elevates ordinary dishes with spicy, zesty flair from Southeast Asian chili peppers. Salt crystals infused with classic sriracha sauce provide an intense flavor boost for grilling, roasting, and seasoning.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup coarse sea salt or kosher salt
- 1/3 cup sriracha
Flavor Enhancers:
- No additional ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a clean surface for salt preparation.
- Thoroughly blend coarse sea salt with sriracha in a mixing bowl until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency and vibrant color.
- Distribute the sriracha-infused salt evenly across the prepared baking sheet, ensuring a thin, consistent layer for optimal drying.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven, then immediately turn off the heat, allowing the salt to slowly dehydrate for 60-90 minutes, periodically stirring to prevent clumping.
- After drying, remove the salt from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature, which helps solidify the texture.
- Gently break down any remaining salt clusters using a mixing bowl and rolling pin, creating a fine, granular texture.
- Transfer the finished sriracha salt to an airtight container, preserving its spicy flavor and preventing moisture absorption.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality kosher or sea salt for the best flavor and texture in your sriracha salt blend.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of sriracha to suit your heat preference.
- Use a fine mesh sieve to break up stubborn salt clumps for a more even seasoning texture.
- Store the finished sriracha salt in a cool, dry place to maintain its crispness and vibrant flavor for several weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 0 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 23240 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg