How to Reduce Salty Taste in Food?

Add more of the main ingredients to dilute the saltiness

Add unsalted liquid such as water, broth, milk, or cream

Add potatoes, then remove them after cooking

Add a little sugar or honey

Add acid such as lemon juice, vinegar, or tomatoes

Add fat such as butter, cream, yogurt, or coconut milk

Serve with plain rice, pasta, bread, or potatoes

Rinse salty canned foods with water

Drain off some of the salty cooking liquid

Use unsalted ingredients in the next step of cooking

Balance with herbs and spices

Avoid adding more salt until the end

Double the recipe if possible

Make a fresh unsalted batch and combine it with the salty one

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