Chimichurri Sauce
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 to 6
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Argentinian
Chimichurri Sauce
Description
This chimichurri sauce blends olive oil and vinegar with aromatics and seasonings including minced garlic, sea salt, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika, all complemented by finely chopped fresh parsley. The ingredients can be whisked together or combined briefly in a mortar and pestle or food processor for a more cohesive texture. The result is a bright green sauce that brings acidity, heat, and herby freshness.
Traditionally, chimichurri is served as a condiment or sauce to drizzle over grilled or roasted vegetables, imparting additional flavor and moisture. The balance of acidity and spice helps elevate simple vegetable dishes.
This sauce can be made ahead and stored in the freezer in ice cube trays to preserve freshness and allow portioned use. When needed, thaw the cubes at room temperature.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup parsley from about 1 bunch of parsley, coarse stems removed, fresh, flat-leaf, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, oregano, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika. Stir in the parsley. Alternatively, you could combine the ingredients in a mortar and pestle or with a few pulses in a food processor.
- Season to taste and serve as a sauce over roasted or grilled vegetables.
Notes
- Store chimichurri sauce frozen in ice cube trays for convenient portioning and freshness.
- Thaw frozen portions at room temperature before serving.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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