Chermoula

Name: Chermoula
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

A vibrant North African herb sauce packed with garlic, fresh cilantro, cumin, sweet paprika, and lemon juice. Perfect as a marinade for seafood or drizzled over roasted vegetables.

15 minEasyServes 865 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, and 4 minced garlic cloves.
2

Whisk in 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp sweet paprika, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper.
3

Slowly pour in 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously until fully blended.
4

Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

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Questions

How long does Chermoula take?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (15 minutes): "Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving."

What can I use instead of cilantro in Chermoula?

The entry for Chermoula calls for 1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

How hot is Chermoula?

Moderately. The heat in Chermoula comes from 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

How many calories are in Chermoula?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 65 calories, with 0 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 145 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Chermoula?

Yes. Refrigerate Chermoula in a sealed jar and use it within four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

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