Amba Spice Powder

Amba (also spelled amba, amba powder, amba spice) is a tangy, slightly spicy Middle Eastern spice blend used particularly in Iraqi, Israeli, Yemeni, and Persian Gulf cuisines.

It’s the dry form of the popular condiment amba sauce (a tangy mango-pickled flavor), capturing sour, salty, sweet, and warm notes in a powder you can sprinkle on foods.

Flavor profile:
• Tangy & slightly sour
• Mild to moderate heat
• Earthy and aromatic
• Hint of sweetness

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How to Use Amba Powder

Sprinkle or mix into:

✅ Grilled meats (lamb, chicken, kebabs)
✅ Roasted vegetables
✅ Rice & couscous
✅ Hummus and bean dips
✅ Sandwiches (especially shawarma and falafel)
✅ Salad dressings or yogurt sauces
✅ Popcorn or roasted nuts for a tangy snack

It brings a bright, zesty punch similar to sumac or chaat masala but with a mango-tang twist.

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Simple Serving Ideas

🌟 Amba Yogurt Dip
Mix 1–2 tsp amba powder into plain yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. Great with pita or veggies.

🌟 Amba Roast Chicken
Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic, and a few tablespoons of amba powder before roasting.

🌟 Amba Hummus Finish
Sprinkle amba powder atop hummus with olive oil for a Middle Eastern twist.