Amazon.com : Sherpa Pink Himalayan Salt - 5 lbs. Extra-Fine Grain : Grocery & Gourmet Food (original) (raw)
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Customers like the quality, taste, and value of the salt. They mention it's super fine, has a lower sodium content than processed salt, and has endless uses. Some appreciate the grain size, cooking ability, and that it dissolves easily.
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1,796 customers mention "Quality"1,747 positive49 negative
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the salt. They mention it's super fine, nutrient-rich, and free-flowing. Some say it's a beautiful product and worth a try.
"...If you're looking for a top-quality, nutrient-rich salt, Sherpa Pink Himalayan Pink Salt is the way to go...." Read more
"...This salt tastes excellent, made of quality source, and I felt the price was very reasonable...." Read more
"...using it & the rich flavor it adds to everything & its versatility in working so well for every type of cooking I've tried so far including..." Read more
"...I love the consistent quality I get with Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt, but I love the taste and versatility it brings to my cooking even more!..." Read more
1,691 customers mention "Taste"1,623 positive68 negative
Customers like the taste of the salt. They mention it has a great taste and is delicious.
"...Beyond its exceptional taste (a little goes a long way!) what sets this salt apart is its super nutritious profile...." Read more
"...This salt tastes excellent, made of quality source, and I felt the price was very reasonable...." Read more
"...salt with raves about it & agrees that it truly is awesome salt, so rich in flavor, beautiful in color & it seems to work great for every type of..." Read more
"...It provides a delightful contrast in flavor and texture when sprinkled over sweet items such as caramels (salted caramels are a popular treat),..." Read more
947 customers mention "Salt quality"849 positive98 negative
Customers like the quality of the salt. They mention it has a lower sodium content than processed salt, helps with blood pressure, and the grains are mostly fine or extra-fine. The uses for this salt are endless, and the sodium content is not overbearing.
"...If you're looking for a top-quality, nutrient-rich salt, Sherpa Pink Himalayan Pink Salt is the way to go...." Read more
"...I've shared this salt with raves about it & agrees that it truly is awesome salt, so rich in flavor, beautiful in color & it seems to work great for..." Read more
"...have used this salt for about 5 years and have found it is more versatile than table salt and works very well for all my cooking needs...." Read more
"...Celtic sea salt is overpriced nonsense. This is just a nice salt with no additives at a fair price." Read more
666 customers mention "Value for money"632 positive34 negative
Customers appreciate the value of the salt. They mention it's a solid value, and a relatively inexpensive way to upgrade your salt shaker. Some also say it saves money on buying alkaline bottled water.
"...The value and quality it offers are outstanding, making it a staple that we've consistently ordered and always been satisfied with...." Read more
"...tastes excellent, made of quality source, and I felt the price was very reasonable...." Read more
"...for a 2 lb extra-fine bag with free shipping, it also was the most cost-effective of the many alternatives I looked into...." Read more
"...For me, it is well worth paying a little more for the Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt than for standard table salt...." Read more
348 customers mention "Health benefits"344 positive4 negative
Customers like the health benefits of the salt. They say it's rich in nutrients and minerals, and can help detoxify the body. They also mention it's packed with all kinds of natural minerals and provides easy access to all sorts of ingredients.
"...We appreciate the added benefits, including its ability to help detoxify the body.We use Sherpa Pink Himalayan Salt in all our cooking...." Read more
"...in the pink Himalayan salt can also be great for one's health & helpful for detoxing while being an awesome relaxing & rejuvenating experience...." Read more
"...Pink has a better taste and there's a possibility that it has also health benefits (although I'm not yet convinced of this)." Read more
"...It is treated with anti-caking agents which prevent salt from mixing with water in the salt container...." Read more
149 customers mention "Grain size"124 positive25 negative
Customers like the grain size of the salt. They mention it's small enough to work in their salt shaker, and already ground to a fine size that is ideal for cooking or adding to dishes. The granules are all consistently sized, a little bigger than regular table salt. It's a perfect fit into their daily health regimen and fits just fine in a salt shaker. The extra-fine crystal size is perfect for finishing their dishes as well as seasoning during preparation.
"The salt from this company is always top quality. The granules are all consistently sized, the granules are a little bigger than regular table salt..." Read more
"...It is using every restaurant that I go literally! It's worth it and it goes far! It is milder and less bitter than regular salt...." Read more
"...This is the reason I ordered this salt. The salt is already ground to a fine size that is ideal for cooking or for adding to your food...." Read more
"...exist in a colloidal form, meaning that they are tiny enough for our cells to easily absorb...." Read more
126 customers mention "Cooking ability"126 positive0 negative
Customers like the cooking ability of the salt. They say it's awesome for use in everyday recipes as well as those special family recipes. They also mention it's versatile for cooking or seasoning, fabulous on food, and perfect for salads. Some say very little is needed for cooking and that it's perfect for their needs.
"...The salt is already ground to a fine size that is ideal for cooking or for adding to your food...." Read more
"...While basic, plain and simple, the Sherpa Himalayan Pink Salt is a good quality product...." Read more
"...however, works perfectly in a table shaker, so it's versatile for cooking or seasoning...." Read more
"...because it goes with everything & this is ground to a smooth grain, not too much, not giant junks that over power your food...." Read more
122 customers mention "Dissolves easily"95 positive27 negative
Customers like the culinary salt for its ability to dissolve easily. They say it's very fine, mixes with food well, and comes in a resealable bag.
"...The extra-fine grain dissolves easily and evenly, imparting a rich flavor to our meals...." Read more
"...The bag is resealable and sits up, made from a decently thick plastic." Read more
"...That makes it very easy to dissolve. I never imagined salt varied in taste, but unless it's my imagination, this has a wonderful nuanced flavor...." Read more
"...These agents also prevent dissolving within our system leading to build up and then deposit in organs and tissue, causing health problems...." Read more
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Great salt that is uneven and coarser than regular table salt.
Purchased this gourmet "extra fine" salt to replace my existing, cheap supermarket salt. My first observation is on the grain size. This product is coarser than regular salt. It's closer to beach sand in size. It's also more uneven, running from powder to coarse grains. See photo attached to review of this product compared with regular table salt.This I discovered when I used the salt shaker and found the amount being dispensed was not in proportion to the amount of shaking. Mostly the powder and fine grains came out. While the coarse grains do fit through the hole, unless they are lined up, they come out at a slower rate. Thus, the grains that come out of the shaker isn't reflective of what is inside the shaker.I ended up drilling larger holes in my salt shaker top to fix this, which may or may not be an option for you. Now I am happy with the dispense rate.The next issue is that the powder sticks to the outside top of the salt shaker. This I noticed after a couple days of using it. I typically shake the salt out at a 45 degree angle to control the flow. Some of the salt cascades down the top of the shaker, and the powder is too light to overcome the friction at that angle. And there you have it, a salt shaker with a powdered top. So now I have to wipe the top clean every so often. A little cosmetic inconvenience.As far as the product itself, it tastes like regular salt. I do notice the larger crystals when shaken on food just prior to eating. It's a slight, salty crunch that I like. I find that they add a little flavor pop to the meal.A side note: While vendor offers "extra fine" and "fine" grain levels as documented in one of their product listing photos. This isn't reflected on the product itself. No where on the actual package does it say "extra fine" or "fine". They also use the same photo in both listings, and in those photos it doesn't show the grain size on the package either.I suspect that if you purchased the "fine" and "extra fine" products, you'd get the same exact product - an uneven, powder to fine grain salt that won't work properly in all regular salt shakers.Side note #2: Some others have complained about sand / particulate matter in the product. There is a disclaimer on the package, which you can read on the back in fine print if you zoom in on the product photo. Spoiler alert: It does contain insoluble mineral deposits.I like the actual product, I just think that it could be more accurately described in the listing to let people make an informed choice. The fine / extra-fine mystery is not cool either.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2023
Sherpa Pink Himalayan Pink Salt is a kitchen essential in our home, and for good reason. The value and quality it offers are outstanding, making it a staple that we've consistently ordered and always been satisfied with.
Beyond its exceptional taste (a little goes a long way!) what sets this salt apart is its super nutritious profile. Packed with dozens of trace minerals, it's a much healthier alternative to traditional white table salt. We appreciate the added benefits, including its ability to help detoxify the body.
We use Sherpa Pink Himalayan Salt in all our cooking. The extra-fine grain dissolves easily and evenly, imparting a rich flavor to our meals. The resealable bag ensures the salt stays fresh and free-flowing.
If you're looking for a top-quality, nutrient-rich salt, Sherpa Pink Himalayan Pink Salt is the way to go. It's a must-have for health-conscious cooks who value both taste and nutritional benefits.
2 people found this helpful
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2024
I ordered this product to begin cooking with real Himalayan pink salt and to make my own electrolyte drinks at home. This salt tastes excellent, made of quality source, and I felt the price was very reasonable. My family has been enjoying the hydration boost in our waters throughout the summer! I will continue to purchase this as a new pantry staple.
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2015
Just when I was about to give up on trying to find an extra great salt & go back to the Hains salt I've been buying from Whole Foods for years, a friend kept raving so much about pink Himalayan salt that I decided it was worth 1 final try. This Sherpa brand was my hands down favorite & at $6.99 for a 2 lb extra-fine bag with free shipping, it also was the most cost-effective of the many alternatives I looked into. Every person I've shared this salt with raves about it & agrees that it truly is awesome salt, so rich in flavor, beautiful in color & it seems to work great for every type of cooking. I had no idea that such a basic item as salt could be so awesome that I truly am in love with this salt & I so love using it & the rich flavor it adds to everything & its versatility in working so well for every type of cooking I've tried so far including baking.
I HAD BEEN SO SCARED TO TRY IT GIVEN SOME AMAZON REVIEWERS QUESTIONING ITS AUTHENTICITY/PURITY &/OR CLAIMED HEALTH BENEFITS + saying that the way it gets mined results in toxic metals being included which would be super harmful in my case given my genetic weakness in handling heavy metals. Fortunately the friend who raved about it is even more sensitive & challenged in those ways thanks to her known methylation gene defect which her 23&Me test showed years ago. So I figured if she's been loving using it for some time now & has had no problems despite her unsusual sensitivity level, it was likely not a problem which indeed proved to be the case for me also as I am so sensitive to toxins or anything harmful that I can usually tell either immediately or very soon after exposure.
AS AN EXTRA BENEFIT: I had read that soaking in the pink Himalayan salt can also be great for one's health & helpful for detoxing while being an awesome relaxing & rejuvenating experience. I look forward to trying that out when our California drought ends & plan on experimenting to determine whether Epsom salts &/or baking soda &/or rose petals bring extra benefits worth also adding as I've heard those are all helpful also.
10 people found this helpful
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2018
The salt from this company is always top quality. The granules are all consistently sized, the granules are a little bigger than regular table salt, more along the size of Kosher salt. I have found this salt is an excellent substituted for and more flavorful than Kosher salt. I have used this salt for about 5 years and have found it is more versatile than table salt and works very well for all my cooking needs. I use this Himalayan salt just as I would table salt, measuring and using it in equal amount to what recipes call for. I have never had a problem with the salt failing to dissolve in normal cooking, so it has never left a gritty taste or texture when included in a dish. I really like not having to buy Kosher salt or another type of salt to sprinkled on the top or outside of foods. This Sherpa Himalayan Salt works very well when sprinkled on the top or outside of foods such as potatoes for baking (lightly grease the potato skin with Crisco, oil or butter, sprinkle the entire potato skin with Himalayan Salt, then place in the oven or on the grill), grilled steaks and veggies, etc. It also works well to enhance the flavors of fresh fruits and veggies when lightly sprinkled over. I also top many of my baked goods with these delicious crystals. It is adds a wonderful taste and crunch when sprinkled over homemade pretzels, bagels, savory scones and breads. It provides a delightful contrast in flavor and texture when sprinkled over sweet items such as caramels (salted caramels are a popular treat), brownies and even cookies. I love the consistent quality I get with Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt, but I love the taste and versatility it brings to my cooking even more! For me, it is well worth paying a little more for the Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt than for standard table salt. The delicious flavor, consistent quality and size -the slightly larger crystals make this salt more versatile in how it can be used. For me, this means that I do not have to keep 2 or 3 different types of salt on hand to meet my cooking needs, this Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt does everything I need salt to do.
5 people found this helpful
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
I have purchased this salt several times and my husband and I have enjoyed it. It’s super fine and we never feel the crunch of the grains, like we had with other salts. I never had a complaint before today. My one complaint is that the seal was defective on my most recent purchase of this salt. The bag was mostly sealed apart from a small section which meant that when I opened my Amazon bag, it was filled with the salt that had come through the opening. I don’t want to use the salt because who eats anything that’s already been opened? Sadly, it is an item that is not returnable. I guess I’m out that money, will need to purchase another bag of salt, and am hoping that the seal is not defective.
4.0 out of 5 stars Defective seal
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
I have purchased this salt several times and my husband and I have enjoyed it. It’s super fine and we never feel the crunch of the grains, like we had with other salts. I never had a complaint before today. My one complaint is that the seal was defective on my most recent purchase of this salt. The bag was mostly sealed apart from a small section which meant that when I opened my Amazon bag, it was filled with the salt that had come through the opening. I don’t want to use the salt because who eats anything that’s already been opened? Sadly, it is an item that is not returnable. I guess I’m out that money, will need to purchase another bag of salt, and am hoping that the seal is not defective.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A little expensive but I love this salt
Reviewed in Canada on May 21, 2020
A little expensive but I love this salt! I use it for cooking as well as in my baths :) Saltier than table & sea salt, so use a little less than usual if switching over.
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this Himalayan salt
Reviewed in Canada on September 29, 2019
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Reviewed in Canada on February 22, 2019
I discovered a product that is Real salt with all the minerals compared to ordinary salt.
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional taste and a healthy choice.
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Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2018