Authentic Chimichurri Recipe
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5
4 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
32 tablespoons
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Calories
344 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Argentinian
Authentic Chimichurri Recipe
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Prepare an authentic chimichurri recipe in the comfort of your own kitchen! Featuring fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, this sauce is a game-changer for any dish it’s paired with. It adds busts of flavor to grilled meats such as this grilled flank steak, seafood, or even vegetables. You’ll love how versatile this Argentinian condiment is! Yield: About 2 cups
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Ingredients
- 1 cup parsley Substitute with cilantro or mint for a different taste, chopped
- 3 tablespoon oregano If you don’t have oregano, use all parsley or cilantro, fresh, chopped
- 1 red pepper fresno, finely chopped, Alternatively, use red jalapeño or red bell pepper.
- ½ cup green onion You can also use chives or omit the green onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic minced and turned into a paste, Don’t skip adding fresh garlic cloves, cloves
- 2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Or, use chili flakes for a similar spice level and flavor.
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar are also options.
- 1 tablespoon lime juice Lemon juice will work in a pinch, fresh
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil If you don’t have olive oil, try avocado oil.
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix all the ingredients together (hand-chopped parsley, oregano, red pepper and green onion, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper) until combined. It will result in a chimichurri sauce with a chunky texture. Alternatively, you can use either the mortar and pestle or the food processor for a smooth sauce.
- Cover and chill in the fridge to use within 24-48 hours. Right before using, mix it again!
Notes
- STORAGE
- Fridge: Store chimichurri in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days. It’s essential to keep it covered and check on it regularly for signs of spoilage.
- Fridge: Store chimichurri in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days. It’s essential to keep it covered and check on it regularly for signs of spoilage.
- Fridge: Store chimichurri in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days. It’s essential to keep it covered and check on it regularly for signs of spoilage.
- Freezer: If you won’t use your chimichurri sauce within a few weeks, it’s best to store it in the freezer. Keep it in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen chimichurri in the fridge overnight, mix well, and serve at room temperature.
- Freezer: If you won’t use your chimichurri sauce within a few weeks, it’s best to store it in the freezer. Keep it in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen chimichurri in the fridge overnight, mix well, and serve at room temperature.
- Freezer: If you won’t use your chimichurri sauce within a few weeks, it’s best to store it in the freezer. Keep it in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen chimichurri in the fridge overnight, mix well, and serve at room temperature.
- Prep ahead: Chimichurri can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and kept in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Prep ahead: Chimichurri can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and kept in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Prep ahead: Chimichurri can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and kept in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Fridge: Store chimichurri in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days. It’s essential to keep it covered and check on it regularly for signs of spoilage.
- Freezer: If you won’t use your chimichurri sauce within a few weeks, it’s best to store it in the freezer. Keep it in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen chimichurri in the fridge overnight, mix well, and serve at room temperature.
- Prep ahead: Chimichurri can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and kept in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
34.4kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
0.2g
(0%)
Fat
3.4g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
0.5g
(3%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2.5g
(13%)
Sodium
3.8mg
(0%)
Potassium
33.3mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Vitamin A
335.3IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
7.8mg
(9%)
Calcium
12.7mg
(1%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 32tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 344 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 34.4kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 3.4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5g | 13% |
| Sodium | 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 33.3mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 335.3IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 7.8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 12.7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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