Sumac, Ground (Turkey)

Turkey. Sterilized. Sumac is a tangy, lemony, dark red spice from dried berries, used across the Middle East on kebabs, salads, and flatbreads and as the sour element in za'atar. Ground sumac adds acidity without liquid, making it useful in rubs and dry blends. Sumac is a deep burgundy-red spice derived from dried and ground berries of the Rhus coriaria shrub, prized for its tangy, lemony tartness and mild astringency. It is a staple in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, used to season meats, salads, rice dishes, and as a finishing spice in blends like za'atar. Restaurants, Mediterranean food manufacturers, and specialty grocery retailers purchase sumac in bulk for its vibrant color and distinctive acidic flavor profile.