This salt is too wet to use in my grinder, it just get stuck. Probably too coarse to use in a shaker too. What is the best way to apply it?
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I use this type of CSS in protein/smoothie shakes, spread on quartered apples/pears, in post-workout drinks, and for cooking. I use the finely ground Himalayan SS in shakers.
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I agree it is very wet! My solution was to take it out of the plastic bag it was shipped in and spread it thinly over paper towels. I changed the paper towels each day for about 3 days. I then stored it in an airtight container. It works perfectly in my grinder now. Until the moisture dries from the salt, about the only way to apply it is by hand. Honestly I love this salt! It has an awesome flavor. I hope this helps.
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The course ground salt I use in recipes like stews. Anywhere I need a large quantity of salt. I also use it when making saline solution for use in my neti pot (to clear the sinuses). Basically, any time the salt can dissolve in a large amount of liquid (soups, bone broth). The salt does dry out over time. If needed you could spread some out on a piece of parchment paper or a plate and let it dry.
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I guess I'm a bit of a salt fiend. I just take a pinch out of a container and sprinkle it in my cooking or on my dish. I agree it doesn't grind well in my grinder either.
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I bought a Japanese ceramic salt grinder here on Amazon and it works great even with the wetness of this salt. It is called a Kyocera Ceramic Fine Mill.
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It is course ground so you will need to get a salt shaker that is a grinder. We absolutely love ours! what great flavor from grinding as you go!
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Hi Amanda, Well I've had more time with my KA grinder since I wrote that review. I'm still pleased with the way it operates but have come to realize that grinding times need to be longer than the directions call for. I, too favor a fine grind so have been holding the grinding to a count of twenty (one one thousand, two one thousand, etc.). Sometimes it helps to pause at ten and shake the grinder lightly to ensure a thorough grinding with no left over whole beans. Enjoy!
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I know what you mean. This is the grinder for you. Very accuate. Try the pink sea salt . I love this grinder.
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My grinder works great. Regarding your problem, you could try replacing the batteries or possibly changing the type of salt/pepper your using. Good luck!
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I used the "heat pan and scrub like heck all over the cooking surface with paper towel and coarse salt" method. Act like you are attempting to grind the salt into the stainless steel. It worked very well on this pan.
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Not that I know of. The salt is in pretty big "chunks," so you do need a grinder of some kind. I take the salt out and put it in my "pretty" grinder. I did see the same salt crystals at Whole Foods in bulk... so that might be an option for you.
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I am having the same problem. I adjusted my grinder to a coarse setting but I still get the sludge.
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Any type of salt would work as long as it is the same composition as natural salt and can dissolve in the water. It is most important that the salt actually dissolve in the water. What I do is put a couple teaspoons into the pot which already contains warm water, and then I cover the large opening with the palm of one hand and the small opening with a finger of the other and using both hands I gently shake the pot around so as to aid in the dissolution.
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I haven't tried to use finer salt. I've only used larger grain salt. I'm not sure this would be a a good idea since the grains are already small and may "gum" up the grinder. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
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Grinds it dry in a KRUPS GX4100 Electric Spice Herbs Grinder. Mix water and dry and now powder alpiste in pitcher. Soak for a while. Then strain liquid very fine and well. Careful it might make you frisky. ;)
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Absolutely. Just buy a pepper grinder and put salt into it. That's what I did since I like coarse salt but not as coarse as rock salt :)
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It is a little difficult to refill. I use a small spoon to fill it up and place the container in a dish to stop making a mess on the kitchen table. I use it for pepper only and find the salt side is more difficult to grind.
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I use the Celtic Sea salt which I bought thru Amazon & I use the tri-peppercorns which I buy at World Market. I'm sure you could order it thru Amazon as well. I love this salt/peppercorn grinder & I have tried many thru the years...
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You can do this yourself by choosing your type of salt crystals, and put in it a mortal and pestle or a grinder (I use a Cuisinart coffee grinder) and pulse it until it is ground into as fine of a grain or a powder as you like. This salt just takes much effort out of it. Most people (myself included) do not like to have noticeable granules of salt on their popcorn or roasted nuts which using normal table salt produces. This salt does have tricalcium phosphate in it.
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I have cleaned my grinder by wiping it with a cloth dampened with a solution of vinegar and water, or mild dish detergent and water. I am assuming you will not immerse the machine in water. The direction that came with the grinder suggested filling the well of the grinder with arm & hammer baking soda overnight to eliminate orders left behind for spices (i.e. rosemary, cloves, etc.). I have only used it for grinding spices three time and the baking soda works.
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Salt does not grind out, just pours out; however, the salt holes are small so sea salt just barely comes out. I plan to drill out the salt holes a bit for sea salt.Regards,Rod