Not exactly, but for many purposes it's close enough. Kosher salt is salt that has large coarse grains, and no additives.
Sea salt from Maldon, UK
Sea salt is a mineral and so long as anything that is non-kosher is not added to the dry salt crystals the salt is kosher. To say that sea salt is not kosher because non-kosher aquatic life lives in the ocean would be the same as saying that all fruits and vegetables are not kosher because they've come in contact with bugs.
Salt is Salt (NaCl) no matter what is origins. Kosher, Sea, Maldon, Rock etc are all MARKETING terms designed to make what you are purchasing more expensive. Table Salt is Salt with a to which little anticaking agents such as sodium aluminosilicate or magnesium carbonate are added to make it free-flowing. Table salt is also "Iodized" by law in certain countries. Curing Salt is Salt with a little Sodium Nitrite added AND IS NOT THE SAME AS SALT (or Kosher Salt). This salt is mixed to cure meet and would be poisonous if not used as directed on the packaging.
To enhance the flavor of your dish using Maldon flaky sea salt, sprinkle it on top just before serving. The unique texture and taste of Maldon salt will add a burst of flavor and a satisfying crunch to your dish.
When substituting sea salt for kosher salt in a recipe, it is recommended to use about half the amount of sea salt as the recipe calls for kosher salt.
If you are substituting sea salt for kosher salt in a recipe, you should use less sea salt than the amount of kosher salt called for. Sea salt is generally saltier than kosher salt, so start by using about half the amount of sea salt as the recipe specifies for kosher salt, and adjust to taste as needed.
Kosher salt has the exact same composition as table salt. Some salt, including sea salt, has small amounts of dextrose added to prevent caking and to maintain quality. You'd have to check the packaging for that.
Yes, you can substitute kosher salt for sea salt in this recipe. Just be aware that kosher salt is less dense than sea salt, so you may need to adjust the amount used.
Yes, you can substitute kosher salt for sea salt in a recipe, but keep in mind that kosher salt is less dense than sea salt, so you may need to adjust the amount used.
Yes, you can substitute sea salt for kosher salt in this recipe. Just be aware that sea salt is usually coarser than kosher salt, so you may need to adjust the amount used to taste.
The same mass of salt, both are sodium chloride.
The town of Nantwich is Cheshire has been a significant source of salt in England since Roman times. Maldon is Essex is the home of 'Maldon Sea Salt' - a popular brand of salt in England.