Chimichurri sauce
This vibrant and zesty chimichurri sauce is a perfect condiment for grilled meats, vegetables, or as a marinade. Made with fresh herbs, garlic, and red wine vinegar, it's bursting with flavor and adds a fresh kick to any meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro chopped, optional
- 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and olive oil.
- Add the chopped parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, let it rest for 1 hour at room temperature or refrigerate for longer storage.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving. Serve over grilled steak, chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
Store leftover chimichurri in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature and stir before serving.