Tag: Reduce saltiness

While the internet is full of cooking myths, one of the most persistent is the ability of a single raw potato to absorb all excess salt from a dish. But what is the truth behind this claim, and which vegetable can reduce salt in food effectively through absorption or flavor balancing?

While all olives are preserved in salt, a single serving of 6-8 Kalamata olives can contain up to 320mg of sodium, making them notably saltier than many of their green or canned counterparts. This intense saltiness is a signature characteristic of Kalamata olives, influenced by their tree-ripened state and traditional brine-curing process.