Description
Chimichurri sauce is a vibrant, herbaceous condiment originating from Argentina, perfect for enhancing grilled meats and vegetables. This easy chimichurri sauce recipe combines fresh parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil to create a zesty flavor explosion that will elevate any dish.
Ingredients
- Fresh parsley
- Garlic cloves
- Red wine vinegar
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Oregano
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and rinse the parsley under cold water; dry thoroughly.
- Finely chop the parsley and garlic using a knife or food processor.
- In a bowl, combine chopped parsley, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, and salt; mix well.
- Gradually drizzle in olive oil while stirring until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Allow the sauce to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
– Use fresh herbs for an authentic taste; avoid dried herbs if possible.
– Customize by adding herbs like cilantro or basil for unique variations.
– Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg