Sumac Organic

$5.00

SINGLE INGREDIENT | ORGANIC | NON-GMO | GROUND

That bright, tangy zing you can't quite place at your favorite Middle Eastern spot? It's sumac. Deep ruby-red, tart like lemon but never watery, it wakes up everything it touches, hummus, grilled meat, roasted veg, a fried egg. One pinch and you'll wonder how you cooked without it.


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What We tell customers about Sumac

Lemony, but dry but with more depth is how we describe Sumac to customers at the store. Sumac does what lemon juice does, without the moisture. It's made from dried, ground berries used across the Middle East and Mediterranean for centuries, long before lemons were widely available.

The flavor is tart, citrusy, and gently fruity, and because it's a powder, it brightens dry rubs, roasted vegetables, and salads without watering anything down. Once you get what it does, it'll become one of your favorite spices!

  • What to use it on

    Sprinkle it over grilled chicken, lamb, or fish right before serving for an immediate hit of brightness.

    Toss it with roasted vegetables and olive oil when you want citrus flavor without adding extra liquid.

    Mix it into yogurt with a little olive oil for a tangy dip or salad dressing base.

    Use it as the backbone of a quick homemade za'atar with thyme, sesame seeds, and salt, or sprinkle it over hummus or sliced tomatoes just before serving.

  • How the pros use it

    Sumac can be cooked, but its bright citrus flavor is most noticeable added just before serving. Try a generous pinch in homemade lemonade with a tiny pinch of salt for a smoother, more balanced citrus flavor.

  • What to pair it with

    Aleppo Pepper

    Together they create one of the classic flavor combinations of Middle Eastern cooking, balancing gentle heat with bright citrus notes for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, and salads.

    Coriander Seed Ground Organic

    Coriander's gentle citrus notes naturally complement sumac in marinades, dressings, vegetable dishes, and homemade spice blends.

Put Sumac To Work

Fattoush, Mediterranean Salad

Serves 3 to 4

If you're trying sumac for the first time, fattoush is one of the easiest ways to understand what it brings to a dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 3 Persian cucumbers, chopped small
  • 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped small
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 to 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend
  • 2 tsp ground sumac
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring the water to a boil. Stir in the quinoa and salt, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the water is absorbed. Cool for 15 minutes.
  2. Combine the cucumber, tomatoes, onion, parsley, lemon juice, black pepper, za'atar, sumac, and olive oil.
  3. Toss the vegetables with the cooled quinoa and serve as a main dish or alongside grilled meat, fish, or beans.
  4. Optional: Sprinkle feta cheese over the top before serving.

Download the printable recipe card (PDF)