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Spices that end with C

3 spices ending with the letter C — each with origin, classification, and notes.

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This page lists spices that end with C. 3 spices are detailed below. Each entry below is a doorway into a full profile — not just a name on a list.

Table of contents 3 entries
MasticSumacTurmeric

List of Spices That End With C

    1

    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.

    2

    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.

    3

    Turmeric

    Curcuma longa

    A neon-gold rhizome from the ginger family — the color of Indian curry, the muscle of Buddhist monks' robes, and a growing star of wellness culture.

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