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🌿 Easy Zhoug Sauce

A bold and spicy Middle Eastern herb sauce made with fresh cilantro, garlic, and chili peppers. Easy zhoug sauce adds vibrant flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, sandwiches, and dips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: condiment, sauce
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Yemeni
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2–3 tbsp water (as needed)

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon

Method
 

  1. Add cilantro, garlic, and chili peppers to a food processor.
    A bowl of vibrant green Easy Zhoug Sauce with olive oil drizzle and pita bread, a fresh Middle Eastern condiment made with cilantro and chili.
  2. Pulse until roughly chopped.
  3. Add olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, and salt.
    Fresh ingredients for Easy Zhoug Sauce arranged on a wooden table: cilantro, garlic, green chilies, olive oil, lemon, and spices.
  4. Blend until smooth, adding water gradually to reach desired consistency.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Transfer to a jar and serve immediately or refrigerate.
    Adding ground cumin, coriander, olive oil, and lemon juice to the chopped herbs for homemade Zhoug Sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust chili amount depending on how spicy you like it.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Delicious with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or sandwiches.