🟥Rhus coriaria
Sumac (sumakh)
Rhus coriaria
The tart crimson spice ground from sumac berries — a staple of Armenian and Levantine kitchens.
Traditional use
Sprinkled on food as a daily souring spice; brewed into a tea after meals to support digestion. Modern research is exploring its effects on blood sugar.
How to prepare
1 tsp dried sumac in a cup of just-boiled water, steep 5 minutes, strain. Or use generously on grilled meats, eggs, and salads.
Safety notes
Only buy culinary sumac (Rhus coriaria), not the unrelated North American poison sumac.
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