Pescatarian Herb & Ginger Schug
This vibrant Yemeni-inspired condiment is the kind of sauce that quietly becomes the most-reached-for jar in your fridge. Bright cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the herbaceous backbone, while fresh ginger, turmeric, and Ceylon cinnamon layer in warmth and a subtle floral spice that sets this version apart from a standard green sauce. A hit of lemon juice and good extra-virgin olive oil pull everything together into a coarse, spoonable paste that's bold without being overwhelming. The food processor does the heavy lifting, making this an incredibly low-effort recipe with a seriously impressive payoff. It's naturally plant-based from start to finish — every ingredient is whole, clean, and easy to source — so it fits effortlessly into a pescatarian kitchen without any substitutions or workarounds. Spoon it over grilled fish, stir it into grain bowls, or use it as a dipping sauce alongside roasted vegetables. A short rest in the fridge before serving lets the flavors bloom, and the result is something that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, ginger, turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 8–10 times until the herbs and garlic are roughly broken down and the mixture looks coarsely chopped.
- 2
Add the lemon juice and pulse 3–4 more times to incorporate.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!