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Zhoug Sauce (Middle Eastern Green Hot Sauce)

Rufus Dewanou
This fresh and fiery Zhoug Sauce is a Middle Eastern green hot sauce made with cilantro, parsley, garlic, and chilies. Perfect for drizzling over veggies, meats, fish, or even eggs.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Recipe Type Pantry Essential
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 227 kcal

Equipment

  • Food processor or high-powered blender
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 –3 cloves garlic
  • 2 small green chilies adjust to heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Roughly chop cilantro, parsley, garlic, and chilies.
  • Add herbs, garlic, chilies, cumin, coriander, and salt to a food processor. Pulse until coarsely blended.
  • Slowly stream in olive oil and lemon juice. Blend until smooth but still slightly textured.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Transfer to a jar or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Calories: 95
    Carbohydrates: 1g
    Protein: 0.4g
    Fat: 10g
    Saturated Fat: 1.5g
    Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat: 7g
    Trans Fat: 0g
    Cholesterol: 0mg
    Sodium: 75mg
    Potassium: 95mg
    Fiber: 0.5g
    Sugar: 0g
    Vitamin A: 20% DV
    Vitamin C: 12% DV
    Calcium: 2% DV
    Iron: 3% DV
    Serving Size: ~2 tablespoons

Notes

Chef Tips: Adjust chili peppers for heat. Serrano or jalapeños work well.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Variations: Add cardamom for a more traditional Yemeni flavor.
Serving Suggestions: Drizzle on roasted veggies, spread on sandwiches, pair with grilled meats, or spoon over fish like cod. Last time we made it, we served it on seared cod and melting potatoes—game changer!

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 227kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 75mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 0.5g
Keyword cilantro sauce, Middle Eastern Green Hot Sauce, spicy herb sauce, Zhoug Sauce
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