Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

Are you looking for a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your grilled meats and vegetables? Look no further than chimichurri sauce! This Argentinean condiment is made with fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar and perfectly accompanies anything grilled.

Chimichurri sauce is packed with flavor and is incredibly versatile. You can use it as a marinade for meats or a topping for grilled vegetables and fish. It also works great as a bread dip or a spread on sandwiches. And the best part? It takes just 10 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup parsley
• 3-4 cloves garlic
• 2 small red chilies
• 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• salt and pepper

Directions For Chimichurri Sauce

• In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Before using, let the oil remain for 5 to 10 minutes to allow all of the flavors to be released. 
• If you have the time, let it rest for longer than 2 hours.
• Chimichurri may be made and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
• Use while grilling or barbecuing to baste meats (such as chicken or steaks). 
• Instead of using it as a marinade, we use chimichurri to baste our steaks. But if you choose, you may marinate your food in it.
• Add a few teaspoons to the meat as well before serving.

Recipe Notes

• Before you begin, finely cut your parsley. I typically get a sizable handful, wash it, and cut it finely before measuring. If you don’t have enough, take a little more and continue to chop until you do.
• Use four cloves of garlic if you enjoy its pungent flavor. Start with 2 cloves of garlic if you want a mellower flavor; combine everything, and let settle for a few minutes. Taste test after that. Add extra if you want it.
• You may customize chimichurri to your preferences. Add additional chili, pepper, salt, or all of the above. You have the choice.
• Red chili powder is optional. You can use half, none, or a huge chili instead of what we use. Alternatively, use 1-2 tablespoons of dried red chili flakes.
• The ideal vinegar for chimichurri is red wine vinegar. Use lemon juice as a replacement. White vinegar and balsamic are not recommended.

Nutrients Value

• Calories: 128kcal
• Carbohydrates: 1g
• Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Sodium: 3mg
• Potassium: 61mg
• Vitamin A: 425IU
• Vitamin C: 21.5mg
• Calcium: 12mg
• Iron: 0.5mg

Final Words

This simple yet flavourful sauce can be made in just 10 minutes with a handful of ingredients that you can quickly gather from your nearby store. Moreover, you can use it as a topping for your morning eggs or stir it in your favorite beans or yogurt. This sauce is a must-have for your delicious barbecue or anything grilled; you want to have.

If you try this recipe, please let us know. Please comment if you have questions about the recipe or want to share your version of the chimichurri sauce. Don’t forget to share it with your friends and family; I am sure they’ll love it too.

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