Is Pink Salt the Same as InstaCure? Unpacking a Common Culinary Misconception
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According to food scientists and culinary experts, the use of curing salts like InstaCure has prevented countless cases of foodborne illnesses associated with cured meats. However, a dangerous misconception persists among home cooks that common Himalayan pink salt is interchangeable with InstaCure, or pink curing salt, due to their similar names and coloration. This article clarifies the crucial distinctions between these two products, emphasizing their vastly different purposes and chemical compositions.
