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A Himalayan salt block is a large piece of pink salt, hand carved and formed into a plate.

They are carved into rectangles, circles, and squares.

Each plate is one of a kind.

They are a very unique way to prepare and serve vegetables, seafood, chicken and even cold dishes like raw fish.

Not to mention it will add to the conversation of any dinner party. The best part is that the block it is healthy for you. Cooking on these blocks are not only healthy but also makes the food taste delicious.

How to use a salt block:

There are many ways to use your salt block, in and out of the kitchen.

You can cook steak inside on the stovetop, and grill fish outside on the braai.

Using a salt block is not difficult, but it does require a little care at first.

Once you break it in, you can treat it like your favourite frying pan.

The more seasoned it gets, the better. Heating slowly is the key.

• Start by heating the block from room temperature. You don’t want to put a block on an already hot grill, this will cause it to break or crack.
• Put it on the grill and start on low for 15 minutes. Slow, gradual heat is what we want.
• Bring heat to medium for another 10 minutes or so while you get some prep work done.
• Take it up to high heat and wait another 10 minutes.
• You can achieve your desired temperature by using a thermometer. Or the gauge on your grill.
• Place your meat, shrimp, fish, or vegetables. Not a lot of seasoning is required for food, the block provides that.
• Using a good pair of tongs, flip your food at least once.
• Just cook your food well, don’t BURN it!
• And serve and enjoy, the block will retain the heat for hours.
• Be sure to use caution when handling a hot salt block, double oven mitts work best.

How to clean the block:

Before doing any cleaning you MUST let your block cool off a minimum of 1 hour, and maybe longer. Don’t be afraid to let it sit overnight and take care of it the next day. They stay hot for a while. This is also kind of nice because I hate to clean up after I eat if I don’t have to.

Cleaning the salt plate is pretty easy, but don’t just put it in the dishwasher.

• Run some HOT water in the sink, and rinse your salt block quickly. Don’t soak it in water.
• Remove from water and scrape off residue with a scouring sponge or metal spatula.
• Now quickly rinse again in the hot water to clean.
• Dry with a clean dish towel, patting and flipping it as you go. Don’t drop it, as it might break or smash your foot.
• Now set on counter and let it air dry.

Be sure to store your salt block in a clean dry place, free of moisture.