Sumac Cooking Ideas

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Cooking Tips
  • Sumac is sour and sharp and a great replacement for lemon in a recipe. 
  • It can be used like salt to sprinkle over a dish before serving or combined with other flavours while cooking.
  • Sprinkle over falafel and hummus for an authentic kick
  • Mix with a bit of salt and season popcorn for a tasty snack.
  • Stir through any stews or soups which need a bit of sour tang to bring added freshness.
    Recipe ideas using sumac
      Sumac Flavour Pairings
      • Ingredient Pairings

      Sumac is a sour spice. It is mouth wateringly tart with a sharp berry like sourness and citric notes. Sumac pairs well with absorbent starchy veg like potatoes and squash. Fatty meat like lamb and duck are perfect for seasoning with sumac, as it's acidity cuts through the richness.

      • Spice Pairings

      Sumac is common in spice blends across the Middle East and North Africa like Ras el hanout and Za'atar. It's often combined with sesame, thyme, mint and oregano.

      Click here for sumac ingredient profile and more flavour information.

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