Schug

Ignite your taste buds with Schug, a bold and aromatic Yemeni hot sauce that’s brimming with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. This versatile condiment combines cilantro, parsley, and green hot peppers with garlic, citrusy lemon juice, and warm spices like cumin, coriander, and cardamom for a zesty, herbaceous kick. Blended with olive oil for a smooth yet slightly chunky texture, Schug is the perfect accompaniment for grilling season, making it ideal for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or warm pita bread. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this Middle Eastern gem is a must-have for heat lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Discover how this homemade hot sauce can take your dishes to the next level, all while staying fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
• 3 whole Green hot peppers (jalapeño or serrano)
• 5 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the cilantro and parsley to remove any dirt or debris.

Step 2

Remove the stems from the cilantro and parsley, and roughly chop the leaves.

Step 3

Wear gloves if sensitive to heat; slice the green hot peppers lengthwise, remove the seeds if you prefer a milder schug, then chop the peppers.

Step 4

Peel the garlic cloves.

Step 5

In a food processor, add the cilantro, parsley, chopped peppers, and garlic cloves.

Step 6

Add the cumin, coriander, salt, and cardamom to the food processor.

Step 7

Pour in the lemon juice.

Step 8

Pulse the ingredients until they are finely chopped, but avoid turning them into a paste. The texture should be slightly chunky.

Step 9

With the processor running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is well combined and emulsified.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil if desired.

Step 11

Transfer the schug to a jar or airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(843.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1176.1

Total Fat 119.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2563.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 5.0g
Protein 12.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 631.1mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 2732.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.0%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 8.9%