There was a time in my life when I put cumin in almost everything. Friends and family used to joke that every dish I made often revolved around it — and honestly, they weren’t wrong. I love its bold, aromatic, savory character. To balance cumin’s main-character energy, I paired it with the gentle warmth of Aleppo pepper and the slightly sweet aroma of fennel. The result is Aleppo Ember — a bright, earthy, and deeply flavorful blend that’s my go-to upgrade for classic seasoned salt. It’s magic on fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, grilled fish and roast chicken — basically, anything that deserves a savory seasoning with a little heat.