Our Kaffir Lime Salt is your go-to when a dish needs a boost of freshness. Kaffir lime brings citrus brightness, ginger adds warmth, and chilli provides gentle heat – all balanced to enhance food without dominating it. The result is a salt that feels light, lively, and endlessly useful. It’s particularly good for simple meals where you want flavour to feel fresh.
Ingredients
Tasmanian sea salt, Dehydrated and flaked kaffir leaves (in season will also contain grated and dried kaffir lime zest), Ginger flakes, Chilli flakes.
Best with
- Fish or chicken, sprinkled just before serving
- Stir-fries and quick sautés
- Rice and noodle dishes
- Roasted vegetables
A finishing salt, not a cooking salt – add it at the end to keep the flavours vibrant.
Other ways to enjoy it
- Use a small pinch on tropical fruit or coconut
- Add to sauces or dressings for a citrus kick
- Use this citrusy salt to rim mixed drinks
- This recipe may very well become a new Summer favourite: Grilled Prawns with Kaffir Lime, Ginger & Chilli
Flavour profile
Bright citrus notes, gentle warmth, and a fresh aromatic finish.
Why you’ll love it
- One of our most popular finishing salts
- Brings freshness to simple meals
- Balanced blend – flavourful, not chilli-heavy
- Small-batch made in Tasmania using all-natural ingredients
How to use it
- Use as a final sprinkle just before serving.
- A light hand is all that’s needed to bring dishes to life.
A quick note about the name
Kaffir lime leaves are also commonly known as makrut lime or sometimes Thai lime. All terms refer to the same citrus leaf used widely in Southeast Asian cooking. We use the name kaffir lime here as it’s still the most familiar term for many cooks, while recognising makrut lime as an increasingly preferred alternative.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is kaffir lime, ginger & chilli finishing salt used for?
This finishing salt is ideal for adding freshness and lift to dishes. It’s especially good sprinkled over fish or chicken just before serving.
Is this salt very spicy?
The chilli provides gentle warmth, but the focus is on bright citrus notes from kaffir lime and aromatic ginger.
When should I add this salt to a dish?
Add it just before serving. Using it as a finishing salt keeps the citrus and aromatic flavours vibrant.
What types of cuisine does this salt suit?
It works well across many styles of cooking, particularly dishes where you want freshness rather than richness — from simple home cooking to lighter entertaining dishes.