Chimichurri
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
253 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
International
Chimichurri
Description
The Chimichurri recipe combines a variety of fresh herbs including parsley, cilantro, mint, and oregano with garlic and jalapeño to create a vibrant sauce. After finely chopping the herbs and jalapeño in a food processor with salt and pepper, olive oil and red wine vinegar are incorporated to balance acidity and richness. The resulting sauce is well suited for drizzling over grilled fish, steak, or chicken, providing a fresh counterpoint to rich proteins.
The texture is herbaceous and slightly coarse due to the pulsing technique, while the olive oil rounds out the sharpness of the vinegar and the chilies add mild heat without overwhelming. It can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, allowing the flavors to meld and improve over time. This makes it both a flavorful and practical addition to the kitchen.
Serving suggestions include spooning it over grilled or roasted meats, or even as a lively condiment alongside vegetables or tacos. It’s a flexible sauce that adds bright herbal notes and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
- 1 shallot
- ¾ cup parsley
- ¼ cup cilantro
- ¼ cup mint
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 garlic shell and hard end removed, cloves
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup olive oil
- ½ cup red wine vinegar
- ½ jalapeño seeds removed
Instructions
- Add all the fresh herbs, jalapeno, salt, and pepper to a food processor and pulse until all the herbs are chopped. Add olive oil and vinegar and give it a couple more pulses.
- Serve over fish, steak or chicken. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 589mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 90mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 764IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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