Cornish Sea Salt vs Maldon Salt?

[Callalily]

I found a recipe that I want to try that calls for Cornish Sea Salt...do you think I could use Maldon Salt instead (I have Maldon Salt already...) It's for the sprinkling on the top of the bread dough before baking...should I invest in some Cornish Sea Salt?

[Harters]

Maldon is fine for sprinkling on bread. Although if you want an even better British product, look out for Halen Mon. Comes from the North Wales island of Ynys Mon.

[Callalily]

Oh dear, now I need to order that one, too :-) although from a quick search, I think I may be able to find that one in a specialty store here...thank you!

[GretchenS]

My Maldon salt is flat flakes and my Cornish sea salt is more tiny cubes, more the shape of Morton's kosher salt, if that helps your decision-making.

[Callalily]

Oh, thank you, then it probably would make a big difference, since it's a topping on the bread. Any idea if I will be able to easily find the Cornish sea salt at the grocery store, or will I need to go to a specialty store?

[cjohansen]

Crushing the Maldon flakes should produce a close enough result?

[GretchenS]

I bought mine in England, at a supermarket, do not think I have seen it here, although to be honest I never looked since I have pretty much a lifetime supply. ;) FWIW I prefer Maldon.

[Callalily]

Well maybe I will try crushing up the Maldon....

[Callalily]

I found a web store that sells it, along with a myriad of other salts! http://www.salttraders.com/
I just had to order it and a couple others...

[coll]

I've found it here in NY in regular grocery stores, in the salt section. I got some Maldon smoked flaked salt that I am just starting to play with.

[Callalily]

I ordered some smoked and some chile salt from that website too, can't wait to get it and try it!

[coll]

I grilled some salmon last night with the smoked, it added a very nice flavor. Let us know what you find to do with it!

[paulj]

http://www.lecreuset.co.uk/Cranberry-Rosemary-Salt-Bread.aspx
"Cornish sea salt is brilliant white with a flaky appearance. The salt is famed for its purity and delivering more flavour than most other salts."

http://www.lovefood.com/guide/produce...

[Callalily]

:-) that's the recipe:-)

[Callalily]

Thank you for the salt article, too!