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Zhoug Sauce (Schug)

Zhoug Sauce (Schug) is a spicy Middle Eastern condiment made from chiles, aromatic herbs, and plenty of garlic and Middle Eastern seasonings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 29 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 serrano chiles coarsely chopped (See Note 1)
  • 1 1/2 oz cilantro stems removed (about 1 bunch)
  • 1/2 oz flat leaf parsley stems removed (about 1/3 bunch)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp ground clove
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

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  1. Place garlic and chiles in bowl of a food processor and pulse or process until finely chopped.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and pulse several times to create a coarse, thick paste. I like it slightly chunky in texture, but feel free to puree until a smoother paste develops if preferred.
  3. Store in an airtight jar in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
  4. Add more or less chiles for preferred spiciness. Serve over grilled meats, spooned over fresh cut tomatoes, hummus or whatever you like for an added kick of flavor.

Notes

  • Add more or less chiles for preferred heat. This is meant to be spicy!
  • Makes about ⅔ cup total.
  • Add more or less chiles for preferred heat. This is meant to be spicy!
  • I add a thin layer of olive oil on top to keep fresh if not using right away.
  • Makes about ⅔ cup total.
  • Recipe adapted from Jerusalem by Yotam Ottolenghi.

Nutrition Information

Calories 29kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 62mg (3%) Potassium 34mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 418IU (8%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 29

% Daily Value*

Calories 29kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Potassium 34mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 418IU 8%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.