Chandru's Black Salt (Chandru's Kala Namak Black Himalayan Salt Fine-7Oz (200 g) The Kala Namak salt is also known under the name Black Salt, is a specialty in the Indian cuisine. It is actually pinkish grey rather than black and has a very distinctive sulfurous mineral taste similar to hard-boiled eggs. This Black Salt is used as a condiment and is added to chaats, chutneys, raitas and many other savory Indian snacks. Vegans love this salt as it adds a taste of Eggs to their diet and gives them a needed source of minerals and iron. Kala Namak is used sparingly in the preparation of raitas, Yoghurt dishes, salads, and even fruit salads. * It is a welcome addition as a finishing salt to fried noodle and rice dishes.