Best 7 Easy Chimichurri Marinade Recipes

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**Dive into a Flavorful Symphony: An Exploration of the Easy Chimichurri Marinade Recipes**

Embark on a culinary journey to discover the vibrant flavors of chimichurri, a versatile marinade and sauce that adds zest to your culinary creations. Hailing from Argentina and Uruguay, chimichurri has captivated taste buds worldwide with its herbaceous and tangy notes. This collection of easy chimichurri marinade recipes offers a range of options to suit your preferences, whether you seek a classic, spicy, or vegan variation. Prepare to tantalize your palate with these delectable marinades, perfect for elevating the flavors of grilled meats, vegetables, and even tofu. Get ready to transform your meals into extraordinary flavor experiences with the magic of chimichurri.

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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

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 CHICKEN MARINADE



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Fresh and flavorful even after a month in the freezer, this garlicky marinade works great with boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the marinade: Add the parsley, vinegar, oregano, red pepper flakes, scallions and garlic to a food processor and pulse a few times to combine. With the food processor running, stream in the oil until uniform in a consistency. Add the lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper. Pulse just to combine. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 8 boneless skinless thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds) to a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in the marinade, squeeze out the air, seal tightly and massage gently to coat the chicken. Refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze up to 1 month; defrost in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
  • To cook: Transfer the chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet and roast in a 425-degree F oven until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F, 20 to 25 minutes.

CHIMICHURRI MARINADE



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This is my version of the Argentinean chimichurri sauce for steak. It is also delicious on poultry and fish! Use as a marinade or sauce for steak or poultry.

Provided by phillyguy26

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 bunches fresh parsley
6 cloves garlic
1 shallot, minced
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 anchovy fillets
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup olive oil, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Wash parsley and remove the larger stems.
  • Combine parsley, garlic cloves, shallot, red wine vinegar, anchovy fillets, salt, and pepper in a blender. With blender on high speed, slowly pour in 1/2 cup of olive oil. Scrape down to sides as necessary and add slowly add remaining olive oil, with the processor running, until a thick paste forms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 102.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

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

EASY CHIMICHURRI MARINADE



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The BBQ sauce of Argentina which is great on steaks, shish kabobs and vegetables. This will add spice to your BBQ. From the Star-Ledger paper May, 2006. Wines suggested: for beef, serve with Cabernet Sauvignon (the robust flavor stands up to spicy foods) and for veggies, serve an Argentinian wine called Malbec from Quara, named for the Incan term for llama (this is rich, fruity and easy to drink). I guessed the yield!

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 garlic cloves
2 shallots
2 cups fresh parsley
1/4 cup oregano leaves
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Mince, or finely chop, the first 4 ingredients together and then add salt and pepper flakes.
  • Add the oil, vinegar and water to the above mixture. Blend with a whisk and marinate meat and/or veggies overnight in this sauce.
  • Grill meat/veggies over medium heat.

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs: Chopped parsley, cilantro, and oregano are the backbone of a classic chimichurri sauce. Fresh herbs provide the best flavor, so pick them up from the farmers market or your local grocery store.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs: While parsley, cilantro, and oregano are traditional, you can also try adding other herbs like mint, basil, or thyme to your chimichurri sauce. Get creative and find a combination that you love.
  • Use high-quality olive oil: Olive oil is the base of the chimichurri sauce, so make sure you use a good quality oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice, as it has the most flavor.
  • Let the sauce marinate for at least 30 minutes: This allows the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you marinate the meat, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Use chimichurri sauce as a marinade or condiment: Chimichurri sauce can be used to marinate grilled meats, fish, or vegetables. It can also be used as a condiment to add flavor to grilled meats, tacos, or sandwiches.

Conclusion:

Chimichurri sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used to add a pop of flavor to a variety of dishes. With its bright, herbaceous flavor, chimichurri is a great way to add some zest to your next meal. So next time you're looking for a new marinade or condiment, give chimichurri sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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