Description
This Easy Chimichurri Sauce recipe is a vibrant and flavorful condiment that pairs perfectly with grilled or smoked meats, fish, and vegetables. Made with fresh herbs and zesty seasonings, it’s a versatile sauce that adds a burst of freshness to any dish.
Ingredients
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Fresh Chimichurri Sauce:
- 2 cups fresh Italian parsley, loosely packed
- 5 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 tablespoons shallots, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 lemon juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped (dry works okay too, but fresh is more fragrant)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- 1/2 – 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place all ingredients except olive oil in the food processor and pulse a few times until everything starts to break up.
- Add Olive Oil: Start slowly adding the olive oil. Start with just ½ cup, and then slowly add more and pulse a few more times. Adjust the consistency by adding more oil if needed.
- Serve: Serve over grilled or smoked beef, chicken, pork, fish, and vegetables.
Notes
- Chef’s Tip: For a hand-chopped look, pulse dry ingredients in the food processor, then mix in wet ingredients slowly.
- Hand Chopping: If you prefer a chunkier style, hand chop parsley, garlic, shallots, oregano, and mix with seasonings and oils.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 66kcal
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
