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Red Chimichurri Sauce

Cultural Context

Chimichurri sauce originated in Argentina, where it complements grilled meats, particularly beef. Traditionally made with parsley and garlic, this vibrant sauce embodies the country’s love for barbecue (asado). Today, variations exist worldwide, with red chimichurri gaining popularity for its robust flavor and versatility beyond meats, making it a staple in many kitchens.

ArgentinianARother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup parsley
1/2 cup cilantro
a few pinches red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
6 cloves garlic, minced
a couple squirts of lemon juice
3/4 cup olive oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon pimento

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while being lower in acidity.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides a similar richness at a lower cost.

1

Welcome to the kitchen and introduce the recipe for red chimichurri sauce.

2

Go over the ingredients: 1/2 cup parsley, 1/2 cup cilantro, a few pinches of red pepper flakes, 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 6 cloves garlic minced, a couple squirts of lemon juice, 3/4 cup olive oil, salt and black pepper to taste, and 1 teaspoon pimento.

3

Add olive oil to the mixing bowl.

4

Add minced garlic to the bowl.

5

Add a few pinches of red pepper flakes to the bowl.

6

Add chopped parsley and cilantro to the bowl.

7

Squeeze a couple squirts of lemon juice into the bowl.

8

Add red wine vinegar to the bowl.

9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

10

Add 1 teaspoon of pimento to the bowl.

11

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

12

Let the chimichurri sauce sit for at least a couple hours, preferably overnight, in the refrigerator for flavors to blend.

13

Serve the chimichurri sauce over grilled skirt steak.

Cooking Techniques

mixingemulsifying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Chimichurri RojoChimichurri Sauce

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