CUSTOM ORDER: Five Pounds Sumac, AND Ten Pounds Aleppo Pepper

This custom listing is for five (5) pounds of Jordanian sumac, individual bags of either 1/2 or 1 lb bags AND Ten (10) pounds of Aleppo Pepper, individual 1/2 or 1 lb bags.

Sumac 5 lbs x $28/pound = $140.00

Aleppo 10 lbs x $25.77/pound = $257.70

The sumac bush produces deep red berries which are dried and ground into flakes. Originating in the Middle East, the spice adds a “lemony tartness” to dishes. The Jordanian sumac is a deeper purple or magenta. It's got quite a pleasant aroma. Please store in cool, dry place.

It’s used in salads, like Fattoush, cucumbers, used on grilled meats and fish. It also enhances hummus when sprinkled on top. I use it in one of my favorite dishes: chicken musakhan, which is shredded chicken, sumac, grilled red onion wrapped in shrak.

The authentic Aleppo Pepper hails from Aleppo. The chili got its name from Aleppo, a city along the Silk Road in Northern Syria. It comes from a burgundy chili called the Halaby pepper. Ripened peppers are semi-dried, de-seeded, and coarsely ground. Quality Aleppo pepper is flaky, semi-oily, and has a deep red, or burgundy, color. It should smell bright and fruity.

Please note: Aleppo Pepper is preserved using salt and sunflower oil. Like salt, Aleppo pepper is a flavor enhancer. It marries slow-building heat with earthy, cumin notes and fruity tang. The pepper has a moderate heat level and can substitute for chili pepper flakes. It is a common Middle Eastern condiment, traditionally used to season meat, beans, salads, and muhammara dip, but it can be used like any other dried red pepper. It’s great on pizza or pide (Turkish-style pizza), eggs, or any dish you want to “kick up” a bit with a little heat.