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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
1.5 cups lightly packed parsley
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
0.5 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
2 tablespoons spring onions (scallions)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
0.75 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice

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

Add 1.5 cups of lightly packed parsley to the Vitamix.

2

Add 3-4 cloves of minced garlic to the Vitamix.

3

Add 0.5 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper to the Vitamix.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the Vitamix.

5

Add 2 tablespoons of dried oregano to the Vitamix.

6

Add 0.5 teaspoon of chili flakes to the Vitamix.

7

Add 2 tablespoons of spring onions (scallions) to the Vitamix.

8

Add 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar to the Vitamix.

9

Add 0.75 cup of extra virgin olive oil to the Vitamix.

10

Add 3 tablespoons of lemon juice to the Vitamix.

11

Blend the mixture until smooth.

12

Taste the chimichurri and adjust with more lemon juice if needed.

13

Pour the chimichurri into a jar and let it sit for a few days for the flavors to infuse.

Cooking Techniques

mixingemulsifying

Equipment Needed

Vitamixjar

Spice Level:

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Dietary

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Also Known As

Chimichurri RojoChimichurri Sauce

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