SZUG ('PESTO' FROM YEMEN)

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I found this in the Atlanta Journal Constitution several years ago. It is an interesting kind of 'pesto' due to the fact that it does not contain nuts, but does have chile peppers.

Provided by Blue Peacock

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 bunches cilantro
1 bunch parsley (preferably Italian)
4 -5 cloves garlic, peeled
2 serrano peppers or 4 Thai red chili peppers, stemmed
1/2 cup olive oil, plus extra if needed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt or 1 teaspoon table salt
1/2 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Cut and discard the visible, leafless stems from the cilantro and parsley.
  • Wash and pat dry.
  • Place the cilantro and parsley in a blender with the remaining ingredients.
  • Blend at low speed, stoppng often to smash down the ingredients as they combine.
  • Turn up speed and blend thoroughly.
  • Place in a storage container, taste and adjust salt, and top with a little oil as you would pesto.
  • This lasts for a month if stored in an airtight container.

Camron Boykin
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This pesto is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Lenelle Smith
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I would definitely make this pesto again, but I would make a few changes. I would use less fenugreek, and I would add some lemon juice to brighten up the flavor.


Rorisang Thakali
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Overall, I thought this pesto was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


antonia crego
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I found this pesto to be a bit too oily. I had to drain off some of the oil before using it.


ajdin cokic
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This pesto is not for the faint of heart. The flavor is very intense, and it can be overpowering if you're not used to it.


fariha khan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my pesto turned out too bitter. I think I might have used too much fenugreek.


Robby Giel
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This pesto is a great way to add some excitement to your meals. I highly recommend it!


CRUSH GAMING
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I love that this pesto is made with healthy ingredients. I feel good about feeding it to my family.


Wura Ayeni
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This pesto is so versatile! I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's been delicious every time.


Emmanuel Toka
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this pesto was to make. I was able to whip it up in just a few minutes.


Jerrilynn Hernandez
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This pesto is amazing! The unique combination of flavors is unlike anything I've ever tasted before. I especially love the nutty flavor of the fenugreek.