Zhug (Yemenite Hot Sauce With Cilantro and Parsley) Recipe

Name: Zhug (Yemenite Hot Sauce With Cilantro and Parsley) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon whole coriander seed; 1/2 teaspoon whole cumin seeds; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 green cardamom pods, small internal seeds only, toasted (optional); 4 medium cloves garlic, roughly chopped; 4 to 6 fresh Thai bird chilies, red or green (to taste), roughly chopped; or 4 dried chiles de árbol , stemmed, seeded, and torn into fine pieces; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste; 2 ounces fresh parsley and cilantro leaves and fine stems (about 2 loosely packed cups of mixed herbs); 1/2 cup (120ml) extra-virgin olive oil

Prep 10m

Total 10m

This Zhug recipe is a fiery, Middle Eastern hot sauce made with fresh cilantro, parsley, garlic, and Thai bird chilies. Toasted coriander, cumin, and cardamom seeds add depth, while olive oil provides richness. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to any dish, from grilled meats to hummus.