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 red version, the addition of vinegar further brightens the flavor, combining with a coarsely chopped mix of spicy red chili flesh and seeds. It takes only a small dash to elevate and strengthen the flavors of whatever dish you add it to.
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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.