Middle Eastern Sumac Powder Use

Sumac Powder

Made from the dry ground fruits of the Genus Rhus shrub native to Africa

Sumac Spice

Sumac is deep red to purple in color and is used to add a zesty, lemony taste.

Sumac is a regular inclusion in Middle Eastern cuisine used on meats, in dips and salads, rice in Turkish cuisine and in Za'atar mix.

Here are some example recipes using Sumac powder:

Fattoush Salad
Fresh salad with bread wedges

Lebanese meat and tomato pie smacks
Open spicy pies with minced lamb, tomato and pine nuts

Pita zaatar bread
Pizza with sumac, sesame, thyme, marjoram and oregano topping