This spectacular Cured Sumac grows wild around Gaziantep, Turkey. It has a bright, sour, salty, and slightly fermented flavor that comes from being packed in salt. This is one of our most popular spices among professional chefs and home cooks alike.

Cured Sumac is a classic Middle Eastern finishing spice. Swap it for lemon juice in any recipe or use it to add character and brightness to salads, fish, meat or dips. It also makes a perfect topping for anything from hummus to salad to roasted veggies or meat to scrambled eggs.

ORIGIN

Gaziantep, Turkey

PROCESS

Chopped, then packed in salt and cured

INGREDIENTS

Sumac berries (Rhus coriaria), salt (salt content is 1% by weight or about 0.5 grams per jar)

TASTING NOTES

Sour Cherry • Salt & Vinegar • Sunny Acidity