Dried and ground barberry berries are an excellent seasoning for many Eastern dishes: shashlik, lula kebabs, and even lamb broth. The powder can also be served separately with the finished dish. Barberries are used to make jam, jellies, juices, syrups, and sorbets. They are also added as a pleasantly sour seasoning to savory sauces for game (barberry imparts a particularly vibrant...

Barberry is rich in vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, PP, A, C, K, and E, as well as beneficial minerals and fiber. Regular consumption improves liver and thyroid function. As a seasoning, barberry is very popular in compotes and fruit drinks, and is added to pilaf and kebabs. Regular consumption of barberry tea can help strengthen blood vessel walls, improve circulation, appetite, and...