Salt is the most dangerous ingredient to convert by volume. Due to crystal size, 1 tablespoon of Table Salt weighs TWICE as much as 1 tablespoon of Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal). Using a volume spoon without knowing the specific salt type can ruin a dish instantly. Weight is the universal equalizer.
What is Table Salt (Fine)?
Salt is the most dangerous ingredient to convert by volume. Due to crystal size, 1 tablespoon of Table Salt weighs TWICE as much as 1 tablespoon of Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal). Using a volume spoon without knowing the specific salt type can ruin a dish instantly. Weight is the universal equalizer.
ONLY by weight. By volume, absolutely not. Table salt is dense small crystals; Kosher salt is flaky large crystals. If a recipe asks for '1 tbsp Kosher salt' and you use '1 tbsp Table salt', your food will be twice as salty.