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Yemeni style Spicy Zhoug Sauce in 5 Minutes!

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Yemeni Zhoug Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Yemen, Zhoug is a vibrant green sauce traditionally served with grilled meats and flatbreads. It is known for its bold flavors, combining fresh herbs with spicy chilies, making it a staple in Yemeni cuisine. Today, Zhoug has gained popularity beyond its borders, often enjoyed in Middle Eastern restaurants worldwide as a zesty condiment or dip.

YemeniYEother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup fresh cilantro
1 cup fresh parsley
2 green chili peppers
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

green chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide similar heat with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being a cost-effective alternative.

1

Wash cilantro and parsley thoroughly under cold water.

2

Remove stems from cilantro and parsley, then roughly chop.

3

Remove stems and seeds from green chili peppers, then chop.

4

Peel garlic cloves and set aside.

5

Combine cilantro, parsley, green chili peppers, garlic, cumin, and cardamom in a blender.

6

Add olive oil and lemon juice to the blender.

7

Season with salt to taste.

8

Blend the mixture until smooth and well combined.

9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

10

Transfer the zhoug sauce to a serving bowl.

11

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

blendercutting boardknifeserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

ZhougZhoug SauceYemeni Green Sauce

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