Cooking with Sumac

SUMAC

It’s a popular Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spice, used in everything from meat dishes and salads to dips and marinades. Adding Sumac to salads will deliver a tangy flavor and will spice up roasted vegetables. Great for your heart health.

Sensational Sumac Salmon

Ingredients
2 Salmon Fillets

Marinade
2 Tsp Olive Oil
1 Tsp Balsamic Vinegar
1 Tsp Lemon Juice
1 Tsp Maple Syrup
2 Tsp Sumac
Pinch Salt & Pepper

Directions

Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl.
Lightly coat Salmon and refrigerate 2 - 3 hours or overnight.
Fry Salmon in olive oil with covered marinade.
Serve over rice and vegetable of choice.

Sumac Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients
2 Carrots
1 Sweet Potato
1 Russet Potato
1/2 Head Cauliflower
2 Beets
1 Parsnip or small Turnip

Dressing
3 Tsp Olive Oil
1 Tsp Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tsp Sumac
Squeeze of 1/2 lemon
Pinch Salt
Pinch Pepper

Directions

In a large bowl chop vegetables in bite size pieces.
Add all dressing ingredients and toss to combine until all vegetables are covered.
Line baking sheet with parchment paper and spread coated vegetables on baking sheet.
Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 30 - 45 minutes or until cooked through.

USES FOR SUMAC

Ground Sumac is a popular Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spice used in everything from meat dishes and salads to dips and marinades. Sumac can substitute lemon juice in marinades. Adding Sumac to salads will deliver a tangy flavor and will spice up roasted vegetables. Add Sumac to fish to impart a lemony flavor and sprinkle on hummus or other dips.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Sumac contains Antioxidant properties that aids in reducing cholesterol levels and helps to improve glycemic control. It also assists with better cardiovascular health. The Sumac berries contain vitamic C and other vitamins, protein, fiber, and minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus.

Sources: Wikipedia; healthwithfood.org

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