Comments on: Baharat Chicken with Pita Bread

By: Nancy B

Nancy B — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 20:56:17 +0000

This description may help in using Sumac – from –

“Rather tart and astringent in taste, sumac is often referred to as a “souring agent.” It was once used to calm the stomach. Today sumac is considered mainly a condiment used much like salt in that it is passed in small dishes at the table. “

By: Sid

Sid — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 04:53:35 +0000

Thanks Foodlover! I think I’ll try it out today.

By: Foodlover

Foodlover — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:55:08 +0000

I think Sumac is a type of berry… Its red and has a lemony taste to it… usually added to meats… came upon these spices when I was in my Middle Eastern cooking phase!

By: Toni-anne

Toni-anne — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:46:24 +0000

I think I’ll live without it!

By: Sid

Sid — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:21:08 +0000

Yes it did taste a little sour and it also had the effect of instantly drying out my taste buds… I had also encountered the same spice in a Czech restaurant in Sheffield. I believe it is meant more for sprinkling as an add on on roasts and grills, rather than for cooking with.

By: Toni-anne

Toni-anne — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:10:02 +0000

Sumach tastes lemony. Not heard of the other one, will do a search…

Have a great time in Goa, wish I could go too!