Description
This fresh and bold chimichurri sauce recipe brings parsley, oregano, garlic, vinegar, and olive oil together for a punchy flavor that’s perfect with meats, veggies, seafood, or even bread. Quick to make and endlessly versatile, it’s a fridge staple that upgrades any dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped**
- 1/2 cup fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon red chili pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon coarse or kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
**This recipe calls for two garlic cloves, but since we have two sensitive stomachs here at home (mine included, even though I adore garlic), I used just one. If you’re like me, start with one clove. If you love garlic and it doesn’t bother you, go all in with two.
Instructions
- Prepare the Herbs: Wash the parsley and oregano well, then pat them dry with paper towels. Let them dry as much as possible before chopping finely.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients and Fresh Herbs: In a medium bowl, combine the finely chopped garlic, red chili pepper flakes, coarse salt, and freshly ground black pepper, parsley and oregano. Mix everything together until well combined. This mixture creates the aromatic, spicy base of the chimichurri.
- Add the Vinegar: Stir in the red wine vinegar first for a tangy kick.
- Add the Oil: Now, slowly add the olive oil, mixing gently so all the dry ingredients are well coated.
- Let It Rest: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, so the flavors can meld beautifully.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chimichurri is ready to go! Use it with grilled meats like steak, chicken, or lamb, or try it with roasted vegetables, seafood, or even crusty bread.
Notes
Chimichurri tastes better after resting. Overnight is gold.
Like it milder? Cut the chili flakes in half. Want fire? Add more.
Use it as a marinade before grilling — it tenderizes and seasons beautifully.
Note: These values are rough estimates based on common ingredients. For medical or dietary advice, it’s always best to consult a registered nutritionist or healthcare provider.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauces, Butters & Flavors
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg