What is the difference between salt flakes and regular table salt in recipes?

Salt flakes and regular table salt differ primarily in texture and flavor intensity. Salt flakes are larger, coarser, and often have a crisp texture, which can provide a burst of flavor when used as a finishing salt. In contrast, table salt is finely ground, dissolving quickly in dishes and providing a more uniform salinity. When substituting, you may need to adjust the quantity, as salt flakes are less concentrated than table salt.