Zhoug
Brighten up your dishes with zhoug, a fiery Middle Eastern green sauce that’s bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant spices. Made with a blend of fresh cilantro and parsley, zippy lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cardamom, this quick 10-minute recipe is as versatile as it is flavorful. The addition of green chilies provides a customizable kick of heat, balanced by the smooth richness of olive oil. Whether you’re drizzling it over roasted vegetables, using it as a dip for flatbreads, or pairing it with grilled meats, zhoug adds a bold, herby punch to any meal. Easy to make and packed with bright, spicy goodness, this traditional condiment is a must-try for lovers of vibrant, homemade sauces.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cilantro, packed
- 1 cup Fresh parsley, packed
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Green chilies (e.g., jalapeño), stemmed and deseeded
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and prepare your mise en place by rinsing the cilantro and parsley thoroughly, peeling the garlic cloves, and deseeding the green chilies for a milder heat if desired.
Place the fresh cilantro, parsley, garlic cloves, and green chilies into a food processor or blender.
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cardamom, and salt to the blender to ensure even spice distribution.
Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice for acidity and balance.
Begin processing the mixture while slowly streaming in the olive oil. This will help emulsify the ingredients and create a smooth, slightly chunky consistency.
Add the water one tablespoon at a time to achieve your desired texture, ensuring that the sauce is spreadable but not watery.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed—add a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon juice if necessary.
Transfer the zhoug to a clean jar or airtight container and refrigerate. This sauce will keep for up to one week in the fridge.
Serve as desired! Zhoug is excellent as a condiment for sandwiches, a drizzle over hummus, or alongside grilled meats and roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2737 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 734 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 4170 mg | 89% | |
*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.
