Homemade Black Garlic Salt: Easy Umami Finishing Salt in 15 Minutes
Black garlic salt is a simple way to add sweet, mellow umami to anything you cook. This quick method blends I Love Black Garlic Purée into sea salt for a balanced, aromatic finishing salt. Keep a jar on the counter for eggs, steaks, roasted veg, and even popcorn.
Yield about 1/2 cup • Time 15 minutes active (plus optional drying)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fine sea salt or kosher salt
- 3 tbsp I Love Black Garlic Purée or 5 peeled black garlic cloves, mashed very smooth
- Optional: 1/2 tsp finely ground black pepper or a pinch of smoked paprika
Instructions
- Combine Add salt and black garlic purée to a food processor. Pulse to a uniform, damp-sand texture. For cloves, mash to a paste first, then pulse with salt. Mix in optional spices.
- Choose your finish For a pourable pantry salt, line a sheet pan with parchment and spread the mixture thin.
- Dry (optional) Air dry 24 hours at room temp, stirring once, or dry in a 170°F oven for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring halfway, until loose and crumbly.
- Break up and store Rub between fingers or pulse briefly to break any clumps. Transfer to a clean, dry jar. Pantry stable if fully dry. If you skip drying, refrigerate and use within 2 weeks.
Tips and Variations
- Texture control Use flaky salt for a showy finish on steaks and roasted veg. Use fine salt for rubs and popcorn.
- Citrus lift Stir in 1 tsp very fine lemon zest after drying for a bright edge.
- Smoky profile Add a pinch of smoked paprika or use smoked salt for barbecue vibes.
- No processor Use a mortar and pestle to grind purée into salt. Work in small batches for even texture.
- Food safety Fully dried salt can be stored at room temp. If kept moist, refrigerate and use quickly.
How to Use Black Garlic Salt
- Finish scrambled eggs, roasted potatoes, grilled corn, or avocado toast.
- Sprinkle over steaks or grilled chicken just before serving.
- Mix into butter to make a 2-minute compound butter for hot veggies or bread.
- Dust popcorn, fries, or tomato slices for a quick snack upgrade.
Approximate Nutrition, per 1/4 tsp
Calories 0, Fat 0 g, Carbs 0 g, Protein 0 g, Sodium ~590 mg
Try It With
Finish a steak served with a pat of Black Garlic Butter. Sprinkle over Black Garlic Mashed Potatoes. For salads, pair with our Black Garlic Vinaigrette. Love ramen nights? Add a pinch alongside Black Garlic Oil (Mayu).
Make It With The Best Black Garlic
For even blending and consistent flavor, use I Love Black Garlic Purée, 7 oz. Prefer soft granules in your salt Mix in finely minced Peeled Black Garlic Cloves, 5 oz after drying for a rustic texture.
