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Spicy Chimichurri Sauce
5 from 9 votes

Spicy Chimichurri Sauce

Fresh, herbaceous, and spicy, this fiery Spicy Chimichurri Sauce is just begging to be served on top of grilled proteins. And fellow cilantro-haters will appreciate this no cilantro parsley chimichurri.

Prep Time
7 mins
Total Time
7 mins
Servings: 8 servings (Makes 1 cup)
Calories: 126 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 bunch Italian parsley around 1 to 1 ½ cups, packed, fresh
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 Serrano peppers
  • ½ teaspoon cumin ground
  • ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt

Instructions

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  1. Remove the stems from the parsley. Cut the stems off of the serrano peppers. *I buzz the seeds and pith right into the chimichurri to maximize the spice. If you prefer, remove the seeds and pith from the serrano peppers. 
  2. Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or blender, and puree for 20 seconds. 
  3. Remove lid, scrape down sides, and puree for another 5-10 seconds.
  4. For best results, wait at least 2 hours before use to let the flavors develop.

Notes

  • *Nutrition information is approximate and was calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 
  • *Nutrition information is approximate and was calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 
  • Don't taste the sauce right away. I think freshly made chimichurri resembles the taste of grass clippings. It NEEDS time to sit before it tastes truly awesome. I recommend tasting after 2 hours to see if you’re pleased with the level of heat, if you need to add a pinch more salt, etc.
  • Don't taste the sauce right away. I think freshly made chimichurri resembles the taste of grass clippings. It NEEDS time to sit before it tastes truly awesome. I recommend tasting after 2 hours to see if you’re pleased with the level of heat, if you need to add a pinch more salt, etc.

Nutrition Information

Calories 126kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 0.3g (1%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 10g (50%) Sodium 155mg (6%) Potassium 58mg (1%) Fiber 0.4g (2%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 690IU (14%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings (Makes 1 cup)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 126

% Daily Value*

Calories 126kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 0.3g 1%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 155mg 6%
Potassium 58mg 1%
Fiber 0.4g 2%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 690IU 14%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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