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Creamy Zhoug Sauce

A creamy, spicy cilantro dip that you can make at home in just 10 minutes!
Course Dip
Cuisine Yemeni
Keyword zhoug recipe, zhoug sauce, zhoug sauce trader joe's
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 72kcal
Author Madeline

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 of one jalapeñ0
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup full fat yogurt

Instructions

  • Mince garlic cloves and seed and chop jalapeño
  • Add lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, crushed red pepper, salt, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro to a large wide mouth jar
  • Blend the ingredients with an immersion blender until it is an even mixture
  • Add yogurt to the jar and stir in with a spatula or spoon
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week

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Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 156mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 197IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.1mg