{"id":"recipe_f55815ccca","slug":"chermoula","title":"Chermoula","description":"A vibrant, zesty North African herb sauce and marinade bursting with fresh cilantro, parsley, garlic, and aromatic spices.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 large bunch of fresh cilantro, finely chopped","name":"Cilantro","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"finely chopped","notes":"fresh","group":"Fresh Herbs","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1/2 bunch of fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped","name":"Chopped Parsley","quantity":0.5,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"bunch","form":"finely chopped","notes":"fresh flat-leaf","group":"Fresh Herbs","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"4 cloves of garlic, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"120 ml extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"extra virgin","notes":"","group":"Liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice","name":"Lemon juice","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"","group":"Liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 teaspoons ground cumin","name":"Cumin","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 tablespoon sweet paprika","name":"Paprika","quantity":7,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"sweet","notes":"","group":"Spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"or more to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper","name":"Cayenne Pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"optional for heat","group":"Spices","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Finely chop the cilantro and parsley. If using a mortar and pestle, you can leave them a bit coarser before pounding.","group":"Preparation","title":"Finely chop the cilantro and parsley","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a medium bowl, combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, sweet paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).","group":"Mixing","title":"Combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, sweet paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Stir in the chopped herbs and the lemon juice until well mixed.","group":"Mixing","title":"Stir in the chopped herbs and the lemon juice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the sauce reaches a thick but pourable consistency. Alternatively, pulse all ingredients in a food processor until desired texture is reached.","group":"Finishing","title":"Slowly whisk in the olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed. Let the sauce rest for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.","group":"Finishing","title":"Taste and adjust seasoning","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Traditional chermoula is made using a mortar and pestle for the best texture, but a food processor works for a quicker version. This sauce is incredibly versatile and pairs perfectly with grilled fish, seafood, chicken, or roasted vegetables.","cuisine":{"group":"African","specific":["Moroccan","North African"]},"course":["sauce"],"cookingMethod":["noCook"],"equipment":["Knife","Cutting board","Mixing bowl","Whisk","Food processor (optional)"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","paleo","keto","low_carb","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":300,"unit":"ml","note":"Approximately 1 1/4 cups"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The sauce can be made several hours in advance and stored at room temperature to maintain the best olive oil consistency."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight jar. Top with a thin layer of olive oil to preserve the vibrant green color of the herbs.","reheatingNotes":"Bring to room temperature before use as the olive oil will solidify in the fridge."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_f55815ccca%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b5e590b3-a843-4d31-a504-e2eded584002","imageAlt":"Chermoula — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["chermoula","sauce","marinade","herbs","spicy","moroccan","north african","condiment"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Chermoula","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T23:05:00.588Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T23:05:00.588Z","related":[{"id":"piri_piri_abb399d24a","slug":"authentic-african-piri-piri-sauce","title":"Authentic African Piri-Piri Sauce","description":"A fiery, tangy, and aromatic chili sauce originating from the African-Portuguese fusion traditions of Mozambique and Angola. 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