Sizzling Yemeni Zhoug Recipe
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Want to add a burst of flavor to your dishes? Give Yemen's zesty spice paste, zhoug, a try! Perfect for salads, as a sauce for meats, fish, and poultry, this fiery green paste is believed to ward off illnesses and bolster heart health among Yemenites. Here's a simple recipe to whip up your own zhoug at home.
Yield: Approximately 3 generous cupsDifficulty: A breeze (simple & easy)
Ingredients (Snappy List):
- Jalapenños or serrano chiles
- Cilantro
- Italian parsley
- Garlic
- Salt
- Cumin
- Black pepper
- Extra-virgin olive oil (for blending and storage)
Enhanced Ingredients:
- Toasted spices (cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom seeds, black peppercorns)
- Fresh lemon juice (optional, added at the end for zing)
- Olive oil (optional, added at the end for a smooth finish)
Instructions:
- First, we'll prepare our toasted spices: Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom seeds, and black peppercorns. Toast until dark and fragrant, approximately 1-2 minutes. Transfer the spices to a plate to cool slightly.
- Back to the main event! In a food processor, combine our toasted spices, cilantro, parsley, serrano peppers, and garlic. Process until well combined but still slightly coarse.
- Now, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil to taste. Process for another minute until emulsified, creating a smooth, luscious texture.
- Transfer your freshly made zhoug to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Freeze for longer storage.
Tips & Tricks:
- Serranos are traditionally used in zhoug, but jalapeños can also be a zesty substitute.
- If you're looking for a spicier or milder blend, adjust the number of peppers used as desired.
Enjoy your newly created Yemeni zhoug, and don't forget to impress your taste buds with this fantastic, flavorful green spice paste!
- This Yemeni zhoug recipe, with its yield of approximately 3 generous cups, is surprisingly simple and easy if you follow the instructions provided.
- To add some zing to your zhoug, consider adding fresh lemon juice at the end of the blending process, as an optional enhancement.
- Garlic, chiles, cilantro, and Italian parsley are some of the key ingredients in the recipes for zhoug, making it a vibrant and flavorful addition to your recipes for salads, meats, fish, and poultry.
