With its fruity purplish-red color, and a piquant aroma you"re not expecting, our Sumac Berry Powder is invitingly tart, like a cross between a lemon and a summer berry. Sumac Berry Powder is commonly used throughout the Middle East, where it is an essential spice in Za"atar seasoning. But this versatile spice - one that is growing in popularity in the US - shouldn"t be limited to Middle Eastern cuisine. Sumac Berry Powder is wonderful to add into marinades and salad dressings for a sweet & sour kick, or simply sprinkled into veggie dishes and creamy dips. Our Sumac (Rhus coriaria) is cultivated in Jordan. The ground product is 100% sumac - it does not include any salt additives.