The Healthiest Mediterranean Condiment 

Schuk, or zchug, normally known as a spicy condiment is here converted to be the healthiest Mediterranean condiment . It is one of my favorite foods from home, very common in Israel, brought over by the people of Yemen. It is known as the “hot stuff”, and is far too spicy for me. I created my variation with emphasis on the cilantro, giving it spice with garlic.

It is very popular as a condiment for falafel or hummus. I also eat it with bread, rice, and raw veggies. Enjoy my version of schuk any time, but it is especially great during the spring and summer for a nice cleanse. The cilantro, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice are excellent detoxifiers.

Yield: 4 portions / Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups fresh cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Procedure

1. In a food processor, add the ingredients one by one in the following order; garlic, cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil and salt.
2. Blend until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the container if necessary.
3. Serve as is or store in a glass container in the fridge and eat within 5 days of preparing.

Bon Apetit! or in Hebrew Beteavon!

This recipe can be found in The Doron Yoga Cookbook, featuring many joyful recipes for hungry yogis, available to download here.

Enjoy your cooking journey and taste the bliss!