**Argentinian Chimichurri: A Versatile Sauce for All Occasions**
Chimichurri is an iconic Argentinian sauce that adds a burst of flavor to any dish. This vibrant green sauce is made with fresh herbs, olive oil, vinegar, and spices. Its versatility makes it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, vegetables, and even empanadas. In this article, we'll explore the classic recipe for Argentinian chimichurri, along with three exciting variations that add a unique twist to this beloved sauce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to expand your culinary horizons, these recipes will guide you in creating a delicious and authentic Argentinian chimichurri that will elevate your meals to the next level. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this flavorful sauce that captures the essence of Argentinian cuisine.
STEAK GAUCHO-STYLE WITH ARGENTINIAN CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Provided by Bob Blumer - Host of Surreal Gourmet and Glutton for Punishment
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat a grill.
- Place all chimichurri sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until well chopped, but not pureed. Reserve.
- Dissolve cayenne pepper and salt in 1 cup hot water. Transfer to a squeeze container.
- Place the steak directly over a hot grill, baste with the chimichurri grilling sauce, and grill until the outer portion of the meat reaches the desired degree of doneness. Remove the steak from the grill and slice long strips from the outer edges of the steak. Instruct guests to pick up a steak slice from the cutting board with their fingers, place it on a slice of baguette, and enjoy. Return the remaining steak to the grill, baste, and grill until more of the steak is cooked. Remove and repeat the slicing and serving procedure until steak is consumed. For extra spicy steak, baste 2 or 3 additional times with the cayenne pepper mixture during grilling process. Spoon chimichurri sauce over steak. (Also brilliant on any grilled fish or chicken)
- Recommended beverage: Argentinian Malbec (red)
ARGENTINIAN-STYLE BEEF WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Whether used as a marinade or as a sauce, a versatile chimichurri complements most any grilled fish, chicken, or meat.
Categories Beef Garlic Onion Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Beef Tenderloin Spice Bell Pepper Fall Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Cilantro Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Stir together all ingredients for beef with 1 1/2 teaspoons each of salt and pepper. Marinate, covered and chilled, 4 hours.
- Meanwhile, stir together all chimichurri ingredients with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and let stand at least 2 hours.
- Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas); see grilling procedure. Remove beef from marinade and rub off excess (discard marinade).
- Skewer beef, leaving about 1/2 inch between pieces. Oil grill rack, then grill (covered if using a gas grill), turning occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes for medium-rare. Serve beef with chimichurri sauce.
ARGENTINIAN STEAK WITH RED CHIMICHURRI
Argentinian culture is renowned for beef and asados (barbecues). Red chimichurri sauce is the typical sauce accompaniment.
Provided by Jillian
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Argentinian
Time 7h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Place parsley, onion, tomato, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, bay leaf, black pepper, and chile flakes into a large bowl. Allow to sit for 30 minutes.
- Mix vinegar and water into the chimichurri and allow to sit for another 30 minutes.
- Mix olive oil into the mixture and transfer to a glass, non-reactive, container with a lid. Make sure liquid covers the ingredients; if not, add equal parts water, red wine vinegar, and oil until it does. Place in the refrigerator and let stand, 6 hours, up to 2 days.
- Poke steaks all over with a fork. Mix sweet onions, cilantro, white wine vinegar, olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano, and cumin together for beef in a bowl.
- Place steaks into marinade and refrigerate for 6 hours, to overnight.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Sear steaks on the preheated grill, about 2 minutes on each side. Reduce heat to medium and grill until desired doneness level, or about 5 minutes per side. Serve with chimichurri.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 758.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 98.2 mg, Fat 55.5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 43.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 1553.3 mg, Sugar 8.1 g
ARGENTINIAN GRILLED FLANK STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
A simple grilled technique and flavorful, herb-packed sauce enliven flank steak. From Cook's Illustrated 2009 Summer Grilling issue.
Provided by ElleFirebrand
Categories Steak
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare grill according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Place onion on baking sheet; brush both sides lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle both sides of steak with salt and pepper. Place onion and steak directly on grill. Grill onion, turning once, until streaked with dark grill marks, 10 to 12 minutes. Grill steak until well seared and dark brown on side, 5 to 7 minutes. Using tongs, flip steak; continuing grilling on other side until interior of meat is slightly less done than you want it to be when you eat it, 2 to 5 minutes more for rare or medium-rate.
- Transfer steak to cutting board, cover loosely with foil and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice steak very thing on bias against the grain. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Place onions on platter and arrange meat over onions. Serve with Chimichurri Sauce.
- For Chimichurri Sauce:.
- Process parsley and garlic in the work bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade, stopping as necessary to scrape sides of bowl. Until ingredients are chopped fine. Transfer mixture to medium bowl. Whisk in oil, vinegar, pepper flakes, salt and 2 tablespoons water until thoroughly blended. Serve immediately.
ARGENTINIAN STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI
Looking for the perfect recipe for entertaining summer guests? This delicious, juicy steak recipe from Chef Mike Ward is a flavourful focal point for any occasion.
Provided by maryjjohnson34
Categories Steak
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Chimichurri (must be done in advance):.
- In a food processor, add garlic, parsley, coriander, oregano, chili flakes, cumin and vinegar.
- Slowly add olive oil and blend until you get a chunky pesto-like consistency. Don't over-blend - you don't want it to become a paste.
- Check seasoning and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavours to relax and combine. The longer you can make this advance the better; even a day before is great.
- Steak:.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Add a good splash of olive oil to an ovenproof fry pan set to very high heat. Cast iron or steel is preferred; don't use aluminum.
- Season steak well on both sides with salt and pepper. The thicker your cut is, the heavier you should go on the seasoning.
- On your stovetop, sear each side of steak until browned. Then sear the edge fat strip (approximately 1 to 2 minutes per side and edge).
- Slide pan into oven for 5 more minutes. On a 1.5-inch thick steak, this should get you around medium to medium rare.
- Remove from oven, remove from pan, cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes. (Chimichurri is served at room temperature.).
- Once steak has rested, cut crossways into half-inch slices (serrated knife is best). Slather steak with chimichurri or serve on the side.
- Chef's tip: Chimichurri lasts in the fridge for up to a week. It's also heaven on roasted veggies and chicken.
CHIMICHURRI SAUCE - ARGENTINIAN CHIMICHURRI MARINADE
Posting for ZWT 7. This recipe comes from about.com/South American Food. You can develop your own proportions in this recipe. Some people prefer more garlic, some prefer only parsley, some add fresh tomatoes - experiment to come up with your own signature chimichurri.
Provided by Papa D 1946-2012
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pulse the garlic and onion in the food processor until finely chopped.
- Add the parsley and/or cilantro, and oregano if using, and pulse briefly, until finely chopped.
- Transfer the mixture to a separate bowl. Add the olive oil, lime juice, and vinegar, and stir. (Adding the liquids outside of the blender gives the chimichurri the correct texture. You don't want the herbs to be completely puréed, just finely chopped).
- Season with salt and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
STEAK GAUCHO-STYLE WITH ARGENTINIAN CHIMICHURRI SA
Traditional Grilled Argentinian Steak with Chimichurri Sauce. From food network.
Provided by Lynette !
Categories Steaks and Chops
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Preheat a grill.
- 2. Place all chimichurri sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until well chopped, but not pureed. Reserve.
- 3. Dissolve cayenne pepper and salt in 1 cup hot water. Transfer to a squeeze container.
- 4. Place the steak directly over a hot grill, baste with the chimichurri grilling sauce, and grill until the outer portion of the meat reaches the desired degree of doneness. Remove the steak from the grill and slice long strips from the outer edges of the steak. Instruct guests to pick up a steak slice from the cutting board with their fingers, place it on a slice of baguette, and enjoy. Return the remaining steak to the grill, baste, and grill until more of the steak is cooked. Remove and repeat the slicing and serving procedure until steak is consumed. For extra spicy steak, baste 2 or 3 additional times with the cayenne pepper mixture during grilling process. Spoon chimichurri sauce over steak. (Also brilliant on any grilled fish or chicken)
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs whenever possible. Fresh herbs will give your chimichurri a more vibrant flavor.
- If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs. However, use half the amount of dried herbs that you would fresh herbs.
- Let the chimichurri sit for at least 30 minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Chimichurri can be used as a marinade, a condiment, or a dipping sauce.
- Chimichurri is a versatile sauce that can be used with a variety of dishes. It is especially good with grilled meats, fish, and vegetables.
Conclusion:
Chimichurri is a delicious and versatile sauce that is easy to make. It is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. Whether you are using it as a marinade, a condiment, or a dipping sauce, chimichurri is sure to please.
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