Himalayan Salt Cooking Plates: Salt Blocks for Grilling and Serving

A Himalayan salt cooking plate is a thick slab of pink rock salt you heat and cook on, or chill and serve on. Food picks up a light, even saltiness from the surface. Our plates measure 12 x 8 x 1.5 inches, weigh about 10 lb and are cut from 98%+ pure rock salt from the Khewra Salt Mine in Pakistan.

Cooking Plate Specifications

Why 1.5 Inches Thick?

Thin salt tiles can crack under direct heat. A 1.5 inch plate holds heat longer and is better suited to the grill and stovetop. For cold dishes, a plate chilled in the fridge keeps sushi, fruit and cheese cool at the table. Learn the difference in Salt block vs salt slab.

How to Heat a Salt Plate Safely

• Start with a completely dry plate at room temperature.
• Heat it slowly, raising the heat in stages over about 30 to 45 minutes.
• Expect natural cracks and color changes after the first few uses.
• Let the plate cool fully before you move or clean it.
• Clean with a damp cloth or soft brush. Don't soak it or put it in the dishwasher.

Full steps: Salt block cooking safety: heat, cook and cool and Salt block in the oven: how to use it safely. New to salt blocks? Start with Cooking on a Himalayan salt block: first guide.

What to Cook on a Salt Plate

• Steak, scallops, shrimp and thin-sliced fish
• Vegetables and eggs
• Chilled plating for sushi, fruit, cheese and desserts

We ship across the USA and Canada. Most US orders arrive in 5 to 7 business days. For restaurant or wholesale orders, email sales@naturalsaltco.com or call +1 (207) 521-8713.

Salt Cooking Plate FAQ

How big are your salt cooking plates?

12 x 8 x 1.5 inches, about 10 lb each.

Can I use a salt block on the grill?

Yes. Heat it slowly in stages, and let it cool fully on the grill before moving it.

Can a salt plate go in the oven?

Yes. Put it in a cold oven and let both heat up together. See our salt block oven guide.

How do I clean a salt cooking plate?

Let it cool fully, then wipe with a damp cloth or soft brush. Don't soak it or use soap.

Will food taste too salty?

Food picks up a light saltiness. Thin cuts and short cook times keep it mild.

Salt Block Guides

• Cooking on a Himalayan salt block: first guide
• Salt block cooking safety: heat, cook and cool
• Salt block in the oven: how to use it safely
• Salt block vs salt slab