Organic sumac | ground

What is it about / Product description

Organic sumac is a finely ground, purple spice made from the dried fruits of the sumac shrub and at Biova comes from controlled organic cultivation in Iran. With its fruity-sour note, it serves in Middle Eastern cuisine as a mild alternative to lemon or vinegar.

As bulk goods, Biova offers this organic spice in consistent quality for large-scale kitchens, manufactories and resale. Gentle drying and grinding preserve the characteristic aroma and the natural purple to reddish color.

In the kitchen, you can use the tangy sumac powder to refine rice dishes, grilled meat, fish or vegetables and give dips and marinades a fresh acidity. Organic sumac is also very versatile on salads, flatbreads or mezze platters and can easily be integrated into everyday cooking.

Origin

The sumac used comes from Iran, a classic growing region with a dry, warm climate and high levels of sunshine. These conditions promote even ripening of the fruits and an intense development of color and flavor.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The red drupes of the sumac shrub are harvested in late summer, carefully cleaned and dried at moderate temperatures. They are then ground without additives into a fine, slightly flaky powder that is easy to dose and mix.

Special features

Characteristic are the purple color, the fine grain and the fruity-sour aroma reminiscent of mild lemon. Unlike many commercial varieties, this organic sumac is free from added salt and is ideal as a pure bulk product for professional users.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on the country of origin, sumac spices can vary in acidity, color and grain size. Iranian sumac is known for its balanced, fruity-sour profile and stable color, while the pure grinding without carriers clearly distinguishes Biova sumac from salted blends.

Taste & aroma

Organic sumac has a fruity-sour taste with slightly tart nuances and is reminiscent of lemon, but is milder and rounder. The aroma is subtle, with a fresh, slightly berry-like note, and thanks to its fine, flaky structure it spreads evenly over both cold and hot dishes.

Possible applications

• As a tangy table seasoning for adding at the table to grilled meat, fish or vegetables.
• For refining salads, yogurt dips, hummus and Middle Eastern mezze platters.
• For marinades, rice dishes, flatbread toppings and spice blends such as za’atar.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Iran
• Grain size: Fine / flaky
• Color: Purple
• Weight per unit: approx. 1.05 kg bulk goods
• Unit: kg