Zhug

Name: Zhug
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 ounce flat-leaf parsley, stems removed; 1 ounce fresh cilantro, stems removed; 2 cloves garlic; 0.25 lemon, juiced and zested; 3 green bird's eye chile peppers, stems removed; 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.25 teaspoon ground coriander; salt and pepper to taste; 2 ice cubes; 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed

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This spicy green sauce is as full of flavor as it is of color. Use it raw as a dip with falafel, vegetables, sandwiches and wraps. Add a fresh dollop to soups, rice, pasta, or egg dishes for an extra spicy boost of flavor. It also works wonderfully as a marinade on meat or fish. Covered with a thin layer of olive oil, it will keep up to two weeks in the refrigerator. It's also vegan, gluten-free, low sugar, and low sodium, making it perfect for almost any diet.

Recipe by Buckwheat Queen

Published on May 4, 2019

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

10

Yield:

10 servings

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Ingredients

1 ounce flat-leaf parsley, stems removed
1 ounce fresh cilantro, stems removed
2 cloves garlic
¼ lemon, juiced and zested
3 green bird's eye chile peppers, stems removed
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
salt and pepper to taste
2 ice cubes
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed

Directions

Wash and dry the parsley and cilantro.
Combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice and zest, chiles, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, ice, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor fitted with a blade. Blend until a smooth paste is achieved, adding more oil as necessary.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

59	Calories
6g	Fat
2g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 59
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g	7%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Sodium 20mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 40mg	198%
Calcium 12mg	1%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 83mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.