What sour spices are there? [closed]

Are there other predominantly tangy/sour spices, similar to sumac? I'm thinking of things for dressing roasted vegetables, where you might use something like lemon juice, but a dry spice can be more convenient.

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Amchoor (mango powder), anardana (dried pomegranate), and, if you include pastes, tamarinde come to mind.

They all have a tangy/sour taste, and are used quite often in Indian curries, and cooking in other parts of (South East) Asia.

Apart from mango powder (which is rich in citric acid, I use it as a replacement for lemon when I want sour, but no additional juices), I don't have any experience using them outside the realm of curries, so you'll have to experiment your way through them ;)

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What are examples of sour spices?

We've listed some of our favorite bitter spices and herbs you can incorporate into your diet.

Chervil. Ginger. Caraway. Cinnamon.
Barberries. Fenugreek. Mustard Seed. Asafetida.
Thyme. Marjoram. Lovage. Rosemary.
Tarragon. Bay Leaves. Sage. Cardamom.
Wild Garlic. Watercress. Bertram. Savory.
Oregano. Mugwort. Coriander Leaves. Turmeric.

What are all the spices names?

list of herbs and spices

allspice (Pimenta dioica)
angelica (Angelica archangelica)
anise (Pimpinella anisum)
asafoetida (Ferula assa-foetida)
bay leaf (Laurus nobilis)
basil (Ocimum basilicum)
bergamot (Monarda species)
black cumin (Nigella sativa)

What is the tastiest spice?

Four of the Healthiest,Tastiest Spices

Ginger. From India to Japan to China, ginger is popular in many food dishes. ...

Turmeric. Turmeric is the main spice in curry and a relative of ginger.

Cumin. One tablespoon of cumin seeds can supply 22 percent of your daily requirement for iron. ...

Cinnamon. Cinnamon is a common spice.

What are some ingredients that can be used to add sourness to a dish?

Sourness comes from acidic ingredients (including tomatoes, wine and vinegar). If your dish tastes too sour try to add sweetness\u2014think sugar, honey (it's healthy!), cream or even caramelized onions.

Why Did We Evolve to Taste Sour Flavors?

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