What can I substitute for Zhug?

The most common substitute: Harissa, 1:1 — North African, less spicy.

What Zhug does in the dish: flavor and aroma. A good substitute does the same job.

🧮 How Much of Each Substitute?

Zhug Cups

Harissa Cups

Sambal oelek Cups

Ground hot pepper + cilantro + garlic + oil By the ratio: To taste

Sriracha Cups

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Harissa · 1:1
North African, less spicy #
Sambal oelek · 1/2 the amount
Spicy, Asian #
Ground hot pepper + cilantro + garlic + oil · To taste
Quick homemade version #
Sriracha · 1:1
Different heat, easy to find #

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