Pink Hawaiian Sea Salt is a beautiful and flavorful finishing salt that combines pure Pacific sea salt with volcanic red Alaea clay. The result is a mellow, earthy salt with a soft, tempered briny flavor and a striking salmon-pink hue that elevates both the taste and presentation of any dish.
Volcanic in origin, Alaea clay gets its distinctive red color from a high concentration of iron oxide and has been used in Hawaiian culture for centuries. Traditionally, this mineral-rich clay was incorporated into salt through natural evaporation in tidal pools, giving it its unique flavor and color. Alaea sea salt was considered sacred and used to bless homes, temples, and canoes, as well as in classic Hawaiian dishes like Kalua pig, poke, and Hawaiian jerky.
This coarse pink salt isn’t just visually stunning—it also adds a mild salinity and gentle earthiness that works beautifully with grilled and roasted meats, seafood, salads, or as an elegant finishing salt. Its contrasting color pairs especially well with sweet fruits and peppery greens, making it a favorite of chefs and home cooks alike.
Beyond the kitchen, Alaea clay is also reputed for its mineral content and detoxifying properties, making this salt a popular ingredient in spa treatments and scrubs. Whether sprinkled tableside or used in marinades and rubs, this salt captures the spirit and flavor of Hawaii.