Authentic Zhoug Sauce
A vibrant, herbal condiment from Yemen made with fresh herbs, green chilies, and lemon juice that elevates any dish.
Ingredients
Fresh Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Use the freshest cilantro for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped Fold into the cilantro.
- 2-3 green chilies, chopped Adjust amount according to desired spice level.
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced Mince garlic finely.
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin Adds warmth to the flavor profile.
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom Brings a sweet-spicy flavor.
- to taste salt Adjust according to preference.
- 1 lemon, juiced Provide fresh acidity.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your fresh ingredients, including cilantro and parsley.
- Chop the fresh cilantro until finely minced.
- Fold in the chopped parsley.
- Prepare the green chilies by finely chopping them.
- Mince the garlic.
Mixing
- In a food processor, combine the chopped cilantro, parsley, green chilies, and minced garlic.
- Add ground cumin and ground cardamom.
- Season with salt to taste and squeeze in the lemon juice.
- Pulse the mixture until finely chopped and well blended.
Serving
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later use.
Notes
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or additional lemon juice. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.