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**Chimichurri Sauce: A Versatile Condiment with a Burst of Flavor**

Chimichurri sauce is a vibrant and flavorful condiment that originated in Argentina and Uruguay. It is a versatile sauce that can be used as a marinade, dipping sauce, or dressing. The basic ingredients in chimichurri sauce are fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano. However, there are many variations of chimichurri sauce, and some recipes may include additional ingredients such as cilantro, mint, chili peppers, or cumin.

This article provides three delicious chimichurri sauce recipes that cater to different taste preferences and dietary restrictions. The first recipe is a classic chimichurri sauce that uses fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano. The second recipe is a vegan chimichurri sauce that uses olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, and cilantro. The third recipe is a spicy chimichurri sauce that includes chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, parsley, and cilantro.

Whether you are grilling meats, roasting vegetables, or simply looking for a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes, these chimichurri sauce recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to explore the delicious world of chimichurri sauce!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY CHIMICHURRI SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, yellow onion, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, lime

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
½ yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, peeled
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend until combined.
  • Serve the chimichurri with your favorite steak, on chicken wings, roasted potatoes, or as a dressing for your favorite salad!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 1 gram

EASY CHIMICHURRI



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I took elements of several chimichurri recipes I found to come up with this combination, which has become a favorite. Can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Provided by mariap430

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 70.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 158 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

EASY CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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Chimichurri is an uncooked sauce used for grilled meat; it originated in Argentina and Uruguay. The dominant flavors are parsley and garlic.

Provided by Chef Nate

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup hot water
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fresh parsley, or more to taste
⅔ cup chopped fresh cilantro
6 cloves garlic
1 shallot, roughly chopped
1 red jalapeno pepper, chopped
½ cup red wine vinegar
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine water, oregano, and salt in a small bowl and set aside until oregano has softened, about 15 minutes.
  • Combine parsley, cilantro, garlic, shallot, and jalapeno in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until chopped. Add water-oregano mixture and red wine vinegar and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in olive oil until emulsified.
  • Cover chimichurri sauce and let sit at room temperature until flavors have melded, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 238.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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This famous Argentinean sauce is perfect for any grilled foods. My catering customers love this sauce on garlic crostini with grilled flank steak slices.

Provided by COOKINCOWGIRLS

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup fresh parsley
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon minced garlic
½ tablespoon pepper sauce (such as Frank's Red Hot®)

Steps:

  • Place the parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, cumin, salt, garlic and hot pepper sauce into the container of a blender or food processor. Blend for about 10 seconds on medium speed, or until ingredients are evenly blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 201.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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This bright sauce, filled with herbs, has some jalapeno in it for an added punch. Use this Argentinian condiment to top grilled meats and fish or toss with vegetables to make a simple dinner special.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 15m

Yield 2/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons packed fresh oregano leaves
1/4 cup ice cubes
1 jalapeno, stemmed, seeded and roughly chopped
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, garlic and a generous pinch of salt in a blender and blend on low until smooth. Add the parsley, cilantro, oregano, ice and jalapeno and blend on medium speed. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and puree until smooth, about 1 minute, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary. Season the chimichurri with more salt and pepper and transfer to a serving bowl, cover with plastic and refrigerate until ready to serve.

CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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This classic South American herb sauce balances a rich steak perfectly, but it works with lots of other grilled foods too

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Yield Makes 250ml

Number Of Ingredients 7

small pack coriander, finely chopped
small pack flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
1 small sweet onion, finely diced
1 green chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp white wine vinegar (Sauvignon Blanc or rice wine vinegar are good)

Steps:

  • Put the herbs, garlic, onion and chilli in a bowl. Pour the oil and vinegar in and add salt. Mix together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Cilantro, parsley, and oregano are all essential ingredients in chimichurri sauce.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use half the amount.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil is the base of the sauce, so it's important to use one that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Add some red pepper flakes for a little heat. If you like your chimichurri sauce spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a chopped jalapeño pepper.
  • Let the sauce sit for at least 30 minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Chimichurri sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chimichurri sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for grilled meats, fish, and vegetables. It can also be used as a marinade or dipping sauce. With its bright, fresh flavor, chimichurri sauce is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.

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