Zhoug Recipe

Origin: Yemen      Period: Traditional

Zhoug is a classic hot chilli spice paste and relish originating in the Yemen.

Ingredients:

24 small green chillies
6 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
12 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves
1 tsp ground coriander seeds
6 cloves garlic
salt, to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cardamom seeds
1 tbsp vegetable oil

Zhoug Preparation:

Method:

Add the chillies to a blender and purée to a smooth paste. Blend the spices to a smooth powder in a coffee grinder then transfer to the blender along with the parsley, the coriander leaves and the oil. Blend to a smooth paste, adding a dash of water. If needed add a little more oil then transfer the chillies back to the blender and combine all the ingredients together. This will last for a few days in a sealed jar in the fridge, but is best used fresh.

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