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Chimichurri Sauce

A vibrant and tangy Argentine sauce made with fresh herbs, garlic, vinegar, and olive oil, perfect for grilled meats.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Herbs and Aromatics
  • 1 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
Liquids
  • 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Finely chop the parsley and cilantro, and mince the garlic.
Mix the Sauce
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped herbs, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Whisk until well combined.
Adjust and Serve
  1. Taste the chimichurri and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or let it sit for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chimichurri can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. The flavors improve as it sits.

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