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Ramadan Recipe: Yemeni Zhoug

  • Publish date: Tuesday، 11 March 2025
Ramadan Recipe: Yemeni Zhoug

Yemeni Zhoug is a bold, spicy chili sauce that pairs perfectly with dishes like Chicken Mandi, grilled meats, and warm bread. Made with fresh herbs, garlic, and fiery chilies, it adds a flavorful kick to any meal. Ideal for Ramadan, this vibrant sauce enhances suhoor and iftar, bringing heat and depth to traditional favorites. 

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  • Ingredients of Yemeni Zhoug

    • 10 Minutes
    • 8 Serving
    • 130 Calories

Yemeni Zhoug

1/4 tsp whole coriander seeds
1/2 tsp whole cumin seeds
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 green cardamom pods
4 medium cloves garlic, roughly chopped
4 to 6 fresh Bird's eye chili, red or green (to taste), roughly chopped
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 bundle fresh parsley
1 bundle fresh cilantro
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • Method & Directions of Yemeni Zhoug

    • 10 Minutes
  1. Grind the Spices
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Start by grinding coriander seeds, cumin, black pepper, and cardamom seeds using a spice grinder or a mortar and pestle. This step releases their deep, aromatic flavors, forming the foundation of the sauce.
  2. Make the Chili-Garlic Paste
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Add garlic, Bird’s eye chili (also known as Thai chili), and salt to the ground spices. Continue grinding until they form a rough, fragrant paste, ensuring the chili’s heat blends well with the other ingredients.
  3. Incorporate Fresh Herbs
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Pick the leaves from the parsley and cilantro stems. Add the herbs gradually, one small handful at a time, pounding them into the mixture until a coarse paste forms. This step enhances the sauce’s vibrant green color and fresh taste.
  4. Blend with Olive Oil
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Slowly drizzle in olive oil while stirring or grinding to create a smooth emulsion. The oil binds the ingredients together, adding a silky texture and depth to the sauce.
  5. Season and Store
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Taste and adjust the salt if needed. Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container to store. Zhoug can be refrigerated and used as a spicy condiment for meats, bread, or dips.

  • Nutrition Facts of Yemeni Zhoug

Calories 130

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