Zhoug is a bold, herbal spice paste with coriander, cloves, parsley and a kick of green chilli.

Zhoug became huge in Israel in the early 1950s, in the aftermath of “Operation on Wings of Eagles,” where 50,000 Yemenites were airlifted away from political persecution. They shared their cooking skills and fresh approach; now Zhoug is the most popular hot sauce in Israel.

Usages: 

• Use it anywhere you want a spicy freshness
• Toss through roast potatoes
• Mix with yoghurt as a dressing or dip
• Spread on roast cauliflower and serve with hummus
• Brush onto roasted lamb or aubergines
• Dress a beetroot and goats cheese salad
• Use towards the end of cooking to maintain the fresh flavour.