Zhug, Yemeni Green Chilli Hot Sauce

Toast cumin seeds in a frying pan until fragrant.

Grind the toasted cumin seeds to a powder or use pre-ground cumin.

Add cilantro, green chilies, garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, sugar, and a touch of water to a chopper.

Chop everything to a paste-like consistency, adding more water and olive oil as needed for better blending.

Store the mixture in a sterilized jar.

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