Spices · Ground
Sumac
Also called ground sumac, sumak
Coarse crimson powder of dried sumac berries with a lemony, tart flavour; sprinkled over kebabs, fattoush, onions, hummus and eggs.
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodAmchur
Sourer and fruitier but beige, not red; use a little less. (use 0.75× the amount)
- T2 · GoodAnardana
Fruity-tart; grind finely, slightly sweeter and darker.
- T3 · In a pinchLemon juice
Wet, so not for sprinkling; sharper and brighter, no red colour.
- T3 · In a pinchZa'atar
Brings thyme and sesame along with the tang; milder sourness. (use 1.5× the amount)
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