A spicy hot sauce that is not only a staple in Yemeni cuisine, but recently has become popular in North America and Europe as well. Zhug is a fiery, garlicky, fresh herb paste that adds a kick to grilled meats, fish and vegetables. This sauce is NOT for the faint of heart.
The combination of fresh herbs and spices give this condiment an extraordinary flavor, so much more than a hot sauce. It can be made many different ways, but the basic components are fresh hot peppers, spices and herbs.
Some people like it very spicy, and some not. To cut the heat you can seed the chilies.
Zhug is a great addition to any middle eastern dish. Besides, serving it with grilled meats, try adding it also to falafels, shawarma, and hummus.
Enjoy!
Recipe
ZHUG (SCHUG)
Servings: 12
Zhug, or also called Schug is a spicey condiment that is a staple in Israeli cuisine, but widely spread through eiropa.
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Ingredients
- 5 jalapeños - cut in big chunks
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 small bunch of cilantro
- 1 small bunch of flat leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ tsp cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cardamom
- ¼ cup olive oil - extra virgin
Instructions
- 1. Depending on the spiceyness of the pepper: If the green part of the pepper is hot, then cut the pepper lenghtwise and remove most of the seeds and membrane. If mild, leave seeds attached. Usually chily peppers are spicier at the ending part. You may need to use a pair of gloves. Cut in big chunks.2. Place jalapenos in a food processor, and pulse. Then add salt, cumin, cardamom, parsley and cilanantro. Pulse again a few times, then add the olive oil. Pulse the mixture, scraping down the sides periodically, until the mixture resembles a coarse pesto. We want to leave a little texture. If you like you can add a little bit more olive oil. Transfer mixture to a glass storage container with airtight lid. Refrigerate after using. Shug stays fresh for about 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 146mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 81IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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