expression, suru verb (irregular)
sprinkle salt on; salt
A straightforward expression meaning to add salt to something, typically food. Can be used literally or in cooking contexts.
焼く前に魚に塩をしてください。
Please salt the fish before grilling it.
スイカに少し塩をすると甘みが増す。
Sprinkling a little salt on watermelon brings out the sweetness.