How do you remove salt that has hardened in the grinder?

1. Turn the grinder upside down:

- Flip the salt grinder upside down so the opening is facing the ground.

2. Tap the grinder:

- Gently tap the bottom of the grinder against a padded surface (like a folded kitchen towel or cutting board) to loosen the hardened salt.

3. Place it in a bowl of warm water:

- Place the upside-down grinder in a shallow bowl filled with warm water. Make sure the water level is just high enough to cover the grinding mechanism at the base of the grinder.

4. Let it Soak:

- Let the grinder sit in the warm water for about 15 minutes. The warm water will help dissolve the hardened salt.

5. Add cleaning solution:

- If the salt is still stuck after soaking, add a few drops of dish soap or white vinegar to the water and let it sit for an additional 10 minutes.

6. Rinse thoroughly:

- Rinse the grinder thoroughly with clean, warm water to remove any remaining salt, water, or cleaning solution.

7. Dry thoroughly:

- Shake off excess water and let the grinder air dry completely with the opening facing down to prevent residual water from entering.

8. Grind rice:

- Once dry, grind some uncooked rice through the grinder to absorb any residual moisture and help remove any remaining salt particles. Discard the ground rice.

9. Refill and test:

- Refill the grinder with fresh salt and use.