Authentic Chimichurri (Uruguay & Argentina)

Authentic Chimichurri (Uruguay & Argentina)

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Condiment
10 min
128 kcal / serving

Authentic Chimichurri from Uruguay & Argentina is the best accompaniment to any barbecued or grilled meats! Also used to serve as a dressing on salads.

Ingredients

  • ½ cupolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonsred wine vinegar
  • ½ cupparsley (finely chopped)
  • 3 clovesgarlic (finely chopped or minced)
  • 2red chilies (small, or 1 red chili, deseeded and finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon finely chopped chili))
  • ¾ teaspoondried oregano
  • 1 teaspooncoarse salt (level)
  • ½ teaspoonpepper (to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon))

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes to release all of the flavours into the oil before using. Ideally, let it sit for more than 2 hours, if time allows.

  2. 2

    Chimichurri can be prepared earlier than needed, and refrigerated for 24 hours, if needed.

  3. 3

    Use to baste meats (chicken or steaks) while grilling or barbecuing. We don't use it as a marinade, but choose to baste our meats with chimichurri instead. However, you can use it as a marinade if you wish. Also, add a couple of tablespoons over your steak to serve.