Ground Sumac
Ground Sumac
Ground Sumac, Rhus coraria, is also referred to as sumac bulk, sumac ground, sumac spice, soumak, or sumaq.
Our Ground Sumac comes from the Mediterranean red sumac. It provides a vibrant red color and a straightforward, lemony flavor to dishes. Sumac contains 4% tannins by weight and pronounced acidity which comes mainly from malic acid. Ground Sumac has a pH ranges between 2.5-3.5, which means their acidity lies between orange juice and tomato juice. Ground Sumac is processed with salt to prevent fermentation from occurring; it contains less than 6% salt by weight.
There are two different types of sumac, white and red. Culinary sumac is red and all varieties of red sumac are perfectly edible. The second type of sumac produces a white berry and is exclusive to North America. The leaves and white berries of the North American sumac are poisonous and should not be touched or consumed under any circumstances.
Ground Sumac is popular with our Middle Eastern restaurants, Mediterranean restaurants, and independent spice store customers.
Flavor Profile
Ground Sumac doesn’t have a strong fragrance. The flavor is powered by malic acid, so it tastes like green apples or rhubarb with a bit of berry sweetness.
How To Use
Ground Sumac’s tart flavor plays well with the brininess of feta cheese, make baked feta topped with tangy sumac, add a teaspoon to Marinated Smoky Feta, or use it to garnish Quinoa, Watermelon, and Feta Salad. Blend it into a DIY Dry Rib Rub that you can put on ribs or use to coat Chicken and Sausage Kebabs. Drain yogurt to make a thick labneh—an easy yogurt cheese—and serve it with radishes and a sprinkling of sumac. Perk up your Homemade Hummus or Baba Ghanoush with a final shake of Ground Sumac. Or, take Ground Sumac in a different direction and use it to season ricotta cheese for a creamy and bright pizza topping.
Also Called | Sumac bulk, sumac ground, sumac spice, soumak, sumaq |
Species | Rhus coraria |
Ingredients | Ground sumac berries, salt |
Flavor Profile | Sour, green apple and rhubarb briskness with a bit of sweetness |
Oil content | 13.5% |
Recommended Uses | Beverages, dips, mixed in BBQ rubs and sauces, garnish |
Cuisine | Middle Eastern, Mediterranean |
How To Store | Airtight container in a cool, dark place |
Shelf Life | 6-12 months |
Country of Origin | Turkey |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 tsp
Amount Per Serving
Calories8
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium76.4mg3%
Total Carbohydrate1.3g0%
Dietary Fiber0.9g4%
Total Sugars0.2g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.3g0%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium7mg1%
Iron0mg2%
Potassium53mg1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.