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An Ingenious Way to Repurpose Your Food Scraps

Make flavored salts that transform everything from roasted chicken to craft cocktails.

Published January 13, 2025

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Everything Salt. All photos: Olivia Whitener

Perusing grocery store shelves of artisanal chili crisp, finishing olive oil, and infused vinegars, one thing is clear: home kitchens are getting a flavor upgrade.

Amidst the condiment craze, however, it’s about time seasoned salt – salt infused with aromatics and spices – had its moment in the spotlight. Delicate and complex, flavored salts bring out the best in a dish, enhancing the natural flavors without overpowering them. So why not make them yourself?

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