Name: Best Zhoug Recipe (Yemenite Hot Green Sauce)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Chopped Cilantro; 1 cup Chopped Flat-leaf Parsley; 4 Serrano Peppers (Chopped); 3 cloves Garlic (Chopped); 2 tsp Fresh Ginger (Chopped); 1 tsp Toasted Coriander Seeds; 1 tsp Toasted Cumin Seeds; 1 tsp Toasted Black Peppercorns; 2 tsp Fresh Lemon Zest; 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1/4 cup Olive Oil; 2-3 tbsp Water (Optional)

If you love spicy sauces that pack a punch and are bursting with fresh herbs and warming spices, this delicious Zhoug Recipe (Yemenite Hot Green Sauce) will blow the store-bought stuff out of the water. Traditionally used in Middle Eastern and Yemeni cuisine, this zhoug is a bold, fiery green sauce made with cilantro, parsley, serrano peppers, and toasted spices, blended into a fragrant, vibrant condiment that is also incredibly versatile. Spoon it over grilled chicken, dollop it into hummus bowls, or use it as a zesty marinade. Not only is it healthy and naturally vegan, but it also comes together in under 10 minutes. Once you try it fresh, you’ll never go back to the bottled kind again!

Best Zhoug Recipe (Yemenite Hot Green Sauce)

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Servings

cup

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

This healthy, spicy Zhoug is packed with herbs, fresh chilies, and toasted spices, perfect for grilled meats, wraps, and roasted veggies. Better than store-bought and done in under 10 minutes!

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Ingredients

1 cup Chopped Cilantro
1 cup Chopped Flat-leaf Parsley
4 Serrano Peppers (Chopped)
3 cloves Garlic (Chopped)
2 tsp Fresh Ginger (Chopped)
1 tsp Toasted Coriander Seeds
1 tsp Toasted Cumin Seeds
1 tsp Toasted Black Peppercorns
2 tsp Fresh Lemon Zest
2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 cup Olive Oil
2-3 tbsp Water (Optional)

Directions

Add all the ingredients to a blender jar.
Blend well to a smooth sauce.
Enjoy fresh!

Notes

No whole spices? No problem. Substitute with ¾ teaspoon each of ground cumin, coriander, and black pepper for convenience. While toasted whole spices give a bolder flavor, the ground versions work well in a pinch.
Replace some or all of the serrano peppers with deseeded jalapeños or milder green chilies. A half-serrano, half-jalapeño combo is perfect for a balanced kick.
Blend in a spoonful of Greek yogurt, ripe avocado, or tahini for a creamy variation that’s perfect as a dip or sandwich spread.
Turn this zesty sauce into a flavorful marinade by mixing it with a little extra olive oil or yogurt. It works beautifully with chicken, fish, tofu, or grilled vegetables.
Store any leftovers in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 5–7 days. It also freezes beautifully in small portions for future use!