Authentic Zhoug Sauce Recipe (Zhug)

Name: Authentic Zhoug Sauce Recipe (Zhug)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1-3 whole jalapenos, sliced ( start with one, if unsure); 2 fat garlic cloves; 1 bunch cilantro, small stems ok (about 1 cup packed tightly); ½ teaspoon ground cardamon ( or whole seeds, please see notes); 1 teaspoon cumin- ground or whole seeds; 1 teaspoon caraway seeds– optional but good!; 1/2 teaspoon peppercorns – optional; ½ teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste; 1/3 cup olive oil, more to desired consistency; 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; ½ teaspoon chili flakes (Aleppo chili is nice), more to taste (optional)

Instructions

Prep:15min

Zhoug Recipe - a flavorful Middle Eastern Green Chili Sauce that gives meals a burst of flavor. Simple easy recipe that can be made in 5 minutes flat! This version is simple and easy without compromising flavor. Lather it over grilling meats, spoon it into falafels and wraps, liven up soups and stews or my favorite...make Zhoug Yogurt by stirring it into yogurt for a flavorful sauce.

Updated at: Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:57:06 GMT