Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce
Vibrant green sauce packed with fresh parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil.
In a nutshell: This authentic argentine authentic argentine chimichurri sauce comes together in just 15 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
An authentic South American marinade and table sauce ideal for grilled steak, chicken, seafood, and roasted vegetables.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Hand Chop, Don't Food Process: Traditional Argentine chimichurri is textured. Finely mince the flat-leaf parsley and garlic with a sharp chef's knife instead of pureeing in a blender to avoid a bitter, grassy emulsion.
- Let Flavors Bloom: Whisk the herbs, red wine vinegar, chili flakes, and olive oil together, then let rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving with grilled meats.
Ingredients
12
servings
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1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
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⅓ cup red wine vinegar
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½ cup extra virgin olive oil
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1 tsp red pepper flakes
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Chop Herbs & Garlic
Finely chop fresh parsley and oregano. Minced fresh garlic for maximum aromatics.
Whisk & Emulsify
In a medium bowl, combine chopped herbs, garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk while slowly pouring in olive oil.
Rest & Serve
Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving over grilled meat.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Stored in a sealed jar in the fridge, it keeps for 1 to 2 weeks. The olive oil may solidify when cold, so let it come to room temperature before serving.
Traditional chimichurri is hand-chopped for texture. A few pulses are okay in a pinch, but don't puree it or you'll get a bitter, grassy emulsion.
It's classic over grilled steak, but it's also wonderful on grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and even eggs.
Yes. Use 2 teaspoons of dried oregano in place of the 2 tablespoons of fresh.
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