Zhoug
This Zhoug is a combination of chilies, warm spices, herbs, and a touch of acid to create a vibrant, unique hot sauce.
Servings 5 people
Calories 208kcal
Ingredients
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 jalapeños stems, seeds and pith removed
- 1-3 green birds eye chilies / Thai chilies can sub out for red
- 2 large bunches of cilantro or 3 smaller ones 150g
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- salt
- 1/2 cup neutral oil avocado, vegetable, or canola
Instructions
- Prep and clean the cilantro by cutting off about an inch to an inch and a half from the bottom and discarding it. Rinse throughly.
- Start with blending the garlic, both jalapeños and birds eye chilies.
- Add in the cilantro, lime juice, and spices as well as a heavy pinch of salt. You may need to add the cilantro in parts depending on how large your food processor is. Process on high for 1 minute.
- Add the oil while running the food processor on low. Once added run the machine on high for 30 seconds.
- Add additional salt if needed. Let the mixture sit in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before consuming.
Nutrition
Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 378IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.5mg