Spice
Sumac
سماق
Also called ground sumac, sumaq
What it is
Ground dried sumac berries. The sour dust of fattoush and a lot of Levantine grilling.
Origin
The Levant and eastern Mediterranean.
Flavour
Lemon peel, tannin, a little berry.
How to use it
Dust at the end. Cooking it hard dulls the sour.
Storage
Airtight, dark.
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Ingredient challengeQuestions about Sumac
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What is Sumac?
Ground dried sumac berries. The sour dust of fattoush and a lot of Levantine grilling.
How do I use Sumac?
Dust at the end. Cooking it hard dulls the sour.
How do I store Sumac?
Airtight, dark.
What does it taste like?
Lemon peel, tannin, a little berry.
Nutrition
Per 100g · estimate · USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables. Values are typical, not lab tests of your shopping bag.
Calories 250 kcal
Protein 5 g
Carbs 50 g
Fat 2 g
Heat: No chilli
