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Hickory Smoke Salt

Sodium chloride (infused with hickory smoke) Allergen-Free
Hickory Smoke Salt

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine American BBQ, Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Sea Salt, Hickory Wood

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

Sea salt or rock salt infused with natural hickory wood smoke, imparting a robust, savory, and deep smoky flavor to dishes.

Sensory Profile

TasteSalty, Intense Smoky, Savory, Meaty
TextureCrystalline, Coarse or Fine
AromaDeep Woody Smoke, Bacon-like
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1g (1/4 tsp)
Calories0 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium5 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium5 mg

Chef’s Secret

Use hickory smoke salt as a finishing salt for grilled vegetables or even a sprinkle on a Bloody Mary to impart an instant, deep smoky character without needing a smoker.

Substitutions

Best Match

Liquid Smoke + Sea Salt

Few drops liquid smoke per tsp salt

Best mimic for smoky flavor, allows control over smoke intensity and saltiness.

Smoked Paprika + Sea Salt

1:1 paprika to salt (adjust)

Adds a reddish color and a mild, earthy smokiness, but not the pure woodsmoke flavor.

Chipotle Powder + Sea Salt

1:1 chipotle to salt (adjust)

Offers smoky and spicy notes, but with chili flavor, not just wood smoke.

Regular Sea Salt (with grilling)

N/A

If grilling or smoking is an option, it's the natural way to impart smoke without the salt.

Buying Guide

Look for naturally smoked salts, not those with artificial smoke flavor.

Flavor Pairings

BBQ Rubs Grilled Meats Roasted Vegetables Eggs Popcorn Chili