Recipes for Sumac

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon expired sumac (safe for consumption)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with olive oil, expired sumac, salt, and pepper until well coated.
4. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
5. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, stirring once halfway through.
6. Serve hot as a side dish or as a main course with grains or protein of your choice.

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon expired sumac (safe for consumption)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, expired sumac, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled as a dip with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or as a spread on sandwiches.
6. Note: Discard the dip if it develops any off smells or tastes.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons sumac
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 4 skewers

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine sumac, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. Add olive oil to the spice mixture and mix well to form a paste.
3. Thread the chicken cubes onto skewers.
4. Brush the chicken skewers with the sumac spice paste, coating all sides.
5. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
7. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
8. Serve the sumac spiced chicken skewers hot with your favorite side dishes.