Schug
Add a bold burst of flavor to your dishes with Schug, the cherished Middle Eastern condiment that blends the vibrant freshness of herbs with the fiery kick of green hot peppers. This cilantro- and parsley-based chili paste is elevated by aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cardamom, all brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice and olive oil for a smooth finish. Perfect for spicing up grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or spreading on flatbreads, Schug is irresistibly versatile and comes together in just 15 minutes without any cooking required. Whether you prefer it blazing hot or mildly spicy, this easy homemade recipe delivers authentic Yemeni-inspired flavor straight to your kitchen. Store in the fridge for up to two weeks to enjoy its delicious goodness over and over again! Keywords: Schug recipe, Middle Eastern condiment, homemade chili paste, cilantro parsley sauce, spicy Yemeni relish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 3 whole Green hot peppers (jalapeño or serrano)
- 5 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the cilantro and parsley to remove any dirt or debris.
Remove the stems from the cilantro and parsley, and roughly chop the leaves.
Wear gloves if sensitive to heat; slice the green hot peppers lengthwise, remove the seeds if you prefer a milder schug, then chop the peppers.
Peel the garlic cloves.
In a food processor, add the cilantro, parsley, chopped peppers, and garlic cloves.
Add the cumin, coriander, salt, and cardamom to the food processor.
Pour in the lemon juice.
Pulse the ingredients until they are finely chopped, but avoid turning them into a paste. The texture should be slightly chunky.
With the processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is well combined and emulsified.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil if desired.
Transfer the schug to a jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.8 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2563 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 631 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 2733 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
