Less Sodium at Home
I would be remiss if I didn't include some information about keeping the foods you cook at home lower in sodium....
This winds up my series on lowering your sodium intake. Hopefully it was helpful!
- Replace salt with onion and garlic powder.
- Add freshly ground black pepper.
- Use low sodium bouillon or soup base
- Prepare homemade stocks
- Flavor food with herbs and spices
- Use wines, vinegars and citric juices to add a layer of flavor
- Add garlic
- Make hot and spicy dishes--you'll never notice the missing salt!
- Pour a low sodium sauce on top.
- Replace milk with soy milk
- Use saltines instead of crackers or bread crumbs
- Use celery seed for a salty taste
- Use salt substitutes
dapted from The Hasty Gourmet Low Salt Favorites: 300 Easy-to-Make, Great-Tasting Recipes for a Healthy Lifestyle
