Kala is also known as Himalayan black salt. It’s a secret ingredient – especially in vegan cuisine – because it adds an eggy flavor and aroma that makes it perfect for tofu scramble (a scrambled egg substitute) or egg spaetzle.
What is called Kala?
Kala, a Himalayan black salt, is purple to black in rock form, pinkish in soil. Due to its high sulfur content, it is perfect for dishes that benefit from an “egg” flavor and aroma. It’s unreal. You have to try to understand it. It literally changed my cooking so much!
How to use the name Kala?
Thanks to the taste and smell of eggs, kale is perfect for breakfast dishes such as tofu scrambles and chickpea omelets. I also love making “egg” spaetzle with kale (you won’t know the difference from regular spaetzle made with eggs).
Remember, black is salt. If you want to add the kala namak egg flavor to a dish, reduce the amount of regular salt or replace it entirely.
Where to buy Kala Namak?
I usually buy kaala at an Indian grocery store, it’s probably the cheapest way to get it! My favorite brand is TRS. It is already ground really fine and perfect to use in dishes. I absolutely recommend getting as fine as possible.
You can also buy kala nam online or if you’re lucky in the exotic food or spice aisle at a health food store or supermarket. It’s worth keeping an eye on!
Vegan recipe using kala namak (black salt).
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Recipes using tofu scramble
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stir-fry
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An easy and quick vegan “egg” and veggie stir-fry recipe. Have 15 minutes? Then you can do better than this delicious, restaurant version stir-fry!
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Omelettes and egg-substitutes
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Cheesy Spaetzle
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on the banana
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Spanish Tortilla
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Dips
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This aioli is vegetarian and oil-free. For all the garlic lovers out there! Get ready to dip your toasted breadcrumbs! Ready in less than 5 minutes.
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