Easy Chimichurri
Easy Chimichurri is a vibrant and flavorful sauce originating from Argentina, commonly used as a marinade or topping for grilled meats. The recipe typically includes fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, vinegar (such as red wine vinegar), and spices like red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. These ingredients are blended together to create a zesty, herbaceous sauce that pairs perfectly with steak, chicken, or grilled vegetables. It's a versatile and simple recipe that adds a burst of flavor to any dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup tightly packed chopped parsley leaves
- 1 cup tightly packed chopped cilantro leaves
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- ½ onion, coarsely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Combine parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, onion, garlic, salt, oregano, hot pepper flakes, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pulse a few times. Pour olive oil in slowly, while pulsing a few more times, until chimichurri is chopped, but not mushy.
- Refrigerate until flavors have blended, about 2 hours.
Nutrition
Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 158mgPotassium: 56mgVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 12mg
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