2-syllable Spices that contain M

List of 2-syllable Spices that contain M

1

Cumin

Cuminum cyminum

A ribbed brown seed whose warm, earthy aroma anchors the cooking of India, Mexico, the Middle East, and North Africa.

2

Mahleb

Prunus mahaleb

The ground inner kernel of a wild Mediterranean cherry stone — a marzipan-meets-cherry-pit flavor that perfumes Greek, Turkish, and Lebanese sweet breads.

3

Mastic

Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia

Aromatic resin "tears" wept by Greek pistachio relatives on the island of Chios — used in Greek ice cream, Turkish delight, and Lebanese pastries.

4

Nutmeg

Myristica fragrans

The dark inner seed of a tropical fruit — warm, sweet, and intoxicating in eggnog, béchamel, and Mughal court cuisine.

5

Sumac

Rhus coriaria

The crushed deep-red fruit of a Mediterranean bush — sour, bright, almost lemony, dusted over kebabs, salads, and the za'atar spice blend.