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chimichurri sauce in bowl with spoon
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5 from 2 votes

Easy Chimichurri Sauce

This quick and easy chimichurri sauce comes together in 10 minutes or less, and it's make-ahead friendly! In fact, the longer it sits in the fridge, the more intense the flavors will be. It's perfect to serve on steak.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dressings and Sauces
Cuisine: Argentinian
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 125kcal
Author: Tania

Ingredients

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup finely chopped Italian parsley loosely packed
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3 medium cloves fresh garlic, crushed and then minced plus more to taste
  • Red pepper chili flakes to taste or fresh red chili pepper finely diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Mix with a spoon until evenly combined. Serve with steak, grilled chicken, shrimp, vegetables, etc. Enjoy! Tip: If you prefer less acidity, add the vinegar one tablespoon at a time and adjust to taste.
  • Optional: For better flavors, let the prepared sauce sit on the counter for 2 hours or so before serving. Or make it up to 5 days in advance (refrigerate).

Notes

  • Use flat leaf Italian parsley, not curly parsley. Curly parsley isn’t as flavorful, and the distinct Italian parsley flavor is essential for this sauce.
  • Crush the garlic: Crushing or smashing the garlic releases more garlicky flavors. Be sure to crush each garlic clove before mincing. Highly recommended!
  • Storing: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The oils may solidify a bit in the fridge, so before using just microwave it for a few seconds.
  • Freezing: Portion the chimichurri in an ice cube tray. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for up to 1 month, covered. This way, you can pop one at a time as needed. Microwave to reheat.
 
Substitutions and variations:
  • Red chili pepper flakes: fresh red chili peppers, finely chopped, to taste.
  • Dried oregano: Fresh oregano or dried Italian seasoning.
  • Red wine vinegar: white wine vinegar.
Disclaimer: Nutritional values (per serving) are approximates only.

Nutrition

Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 634IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg