Shatta is a widely used chili paste from Palestine and Jordan, used similarly to American hot sauce and North African harissa. This staple, a combination of green or red chili peppers, garlic, olive oil and salt, is spooned on anything from mezze items to rice, stews, meats, breads and more—whatever could use a punch of bright heat. In this green version, the grassy essence of fresh chilies comes through with just enough acid and salt to carry the flavors. This green shatta from Kama is equally as spicy as its red counterpart, but with the addition of thyme and oregano, it also offers herbal flavors of za’atar. Kama, and the local farmers and producers they work with, share a commitment to sourcing, producing, packaging and promoting the finest Middle Eastern culinary products.
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Spoon on top of mezze favorites like hummus or labneh or on top of grilled or roasted meats, poultry, like Sumac-Spiced Chicken (Musakhan) or Garlicky Spiced Chicken and Potato Traybake with Pomegranate Molasses. It’s also great with egg dishes, including Palestinian Crispy Herb Omelet, or vegetables and sides such as Spicy Roasted Potatoes with Cumin, Lemon and Cilantro. Try it in place of your favorite hot sauce.