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Chimichurri (Argentinian Steak Sauce)
Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.
Total Time
15 mins
Course:
Condiments
Ingredients
The basic recipe:
- A handful of parsley
- A few sprigs of cilantro
- A sprig or two of fresh oregano or a pinch of dried
- 1-2 cloves of garlic some recipes call for much more
- A drizzle of vinegar red or white
- salt and pepper
- red pepper flakes or ají molido, if you can find it, to taste
- olive oil
Optional additions:
- A fresh bay leaf many say this is an essential part of a 'real' chimichurri
- basil
- rosemary
- thyme
- tomato
- red pepper
- red or yellow onion
- lemon juice instead of or in addition to the vinegar
- pimentón Spanish paprika
- cloves
Instructions
- The sauce couldn't be easier if you use a food processor: Using the pulse function, chop the herbs and garlic all together. Then add the other ingredients and process until you have a smooth (but not entirely uniform) paste. If too thick, add more olive oil. Taste and adjust as you like by adding a bit more spice or vinegar or whatever.
- Using a more traditional method: Chop all the solid ingredients finely and put them into a jar, together with the rest of the ingredients, and shake well.
- Let the sauce rest for an hour or two before using. (Some recipes call for letting the sauce rest overnight.)
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Notes
- Quick to prepare, but best if left to rest overnight.