Spicy Herb Sauce Recipes

ZHOUG (SPICY HERB SAUCE)

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until very smooth. You should have a bright green emulsified sauce. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

FETTUCCINE WITH SPICY RAW TOMATO, HERB, AND CAPER SAUCE

Steps:

• Reserve about one-third of the chopped tomatoes. Combine the remaining tomatoes, parsley, mint, basil, capers, garlic, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a food processor fitted with the metal blade; process until a smooth paste is formed. With the motor running, add the oil in a thin, steady stream. Transfer the mixture to a large serving bowl.
• Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and add to the bowl with the tomato mixture. Add the reserved tomatoes and toss like a salad until well combined. Serve immediately, garnished with the optional walnuts and parsley, if using.

SPICY HERB BAKED WINGS

Steps:

• Prep the rub: Pour about an inch of olive oil into a small pan over medium heat. When the oil begins to shimmer, add the rosemary and cook, turning the sprigs, until the leaves darken and become crispy, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Add the sage to the same pan and cook until the leaves darken, slightly curl and stop sizzling, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
• In a dry medium pan over low heat, combine the cumin, red pepper flakes, peppercorns and garlic powder. Toast the spices, tossing constantly to avoid burning, until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely.
• Remove the rosemary leaves from their stems, then put the herbs and spices in a spice grinder and pulse until finely chopped and combined. Remove and add 1 tablespoon salt.
• Prep the wings: Massage the wings with the herb rub and place them on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet. Let the rub set at room temperature, about 30 minutes. While the wings rest, preheat the oven to 400˚.
• Bake the wings: Transfer the baking sheet with the rack and wings to the oven and bake until the wings are crispy, flipping halfway through, 40 to 50 minutes. Serve warm.

SPICY HERB SAUCE

Steps:

• In a food processor or blender, puree mint, dill, jalapeno, yogurt, cumin, lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons water. With motor running, stream in oil. Serve immediately, or refrigerate, covered, up to 1 day.

SPICY HERB SEASONING

Steps:

• Crush or grind all the ingredients together. Let stand at least overnight before using. Keep this mixture in an airtight container.

GREEN SPICY HERB GODDESS DRESSING

Steps:

• Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Can use emulsion blender and mixing bowl or cup. If you don't have a blender, chop ingredients finely and whisk well in mixing bowl until creamy. Chill any leftovers and thin with milk if too thick. Suggestions for use: Serve over salad, use a dip with veges or top salmon before cooking and bake.