Essential Middle Eastern Spice Guide

ALEPPO

Dark red pepper that is coarsely ground. It has a fruity, mild, raisin-like flavor.

HARISSA

A pepper ground into a paste. Popular in North Africa, harissa tastes great on fish and chicken.

ROSE WATER

While not a spice, rose water is prevalent in Arabic cooking as a seasoning.

SAFFRON

Saffron is what gives Middle Eastern rice rice the trademark yellow color.

SUMAC

Has a strong floral and fresh aroma. Tastes great wtih fish, rice dishes, hummus, or chickpea salads

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