This organic basil-infused fleur de sel brings together the fine, delicate crystals of fleur de sel with the fresh, aromatic character of dried basil. Harvested in the traditional salt marshes of Île de Ré, it has the light crunch and clean minerality that make fleur de sel such a pleasure to use as a finishing salt. Esprit du Sel’s broader story gives it a nice sense of place too: they have worked to preserve the heritage of the island’s salt marshes since the 1980s, building a range of 100% organic sea salts and seasonings rooted in traditional artisan methods.
Use it where you want both texture and aroma rather than just salinity. It is especially good scattered over fresh tomatoes with olive oil, mozzarella salads, garlic bread, pasta sauces and other simple vegetable dishes, and the supplier also recommends it with grilled salmon. A small pinch added just before serving lifts a dish beautifully and keeps the basil flavour bright and fresh.
Packed in a handy glass jar, this is an easy finishing salt to keep near the stove or on the table for everyday cooking. Store in a cool, dry place and use sparingly to season at the end of cooking or just before serving.
