Meet sumac, the superfood spice that’ll help you fight inflammationand bland foodfor good.
If you hear the word “sumac” and immediately think ofpoison ivy, don’t!
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What Is Sumac?
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What Does Sumac Taste Like?
It has some fiber.
It contains heart-healthy fats.
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Fatthe beneficial kindis a friend.
Manian explains thatunsaturated fatsalso support heart health, blood sugar management, and overall cell health.
It’s source of vitamins C, A, and B.
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She adds that vitamin C plays a role insynthesizing collagen for healthy skin, and vitamin A promoteseye health.
It fights inflammation with powerful antioxidants.
It’s been positively linked to metabolic health, cardiovascular health, and blood sugar regulation.
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Tips for Cooking With Sumac
Replace or enhance citrus and acids with sumac.
Add brightness to grains, legumes, and breads.
Season mouthwatering veggies, meats, plant-proteins, or snacks.
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Add it toroasted vegetablesor incorporate it into roasted nuts.
Rub sumac on meat, fish, or poultryif you’re grilling them, even better.
Mix it with mint for a classic Middle Easterninspired combo.
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Sumac also goes extremely well with mint.
Nope, its not hot or spicy.
Its a flavorful seasoning thats often referred to as a spice, but sumac generally is not spicy.
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Instead, its quite sour or tart, Manian says.
At the very least, speak to your doctor or an allergist before consuming sumac.
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