Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/2 cup fresh oregano, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried oregano)
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
Creating Homemade Chimichurri Sauce is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Herbs: Finely chop the fresh parsley and oregano. You can use a knife or a food processor for this step.
2. Mince the Garlic: Peel and mince the garlic cloves to release their flavors.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped herbs, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add Olive Oil and Vinegar: Slowly pour the olive oil and red wine vinegar into the herb mixture. Stir well to combine.
5. Adjust Flavor: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed. If desired, add lemon juice for extra acidity.
6. Let it Chill: Cover the mixture and let it sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld. Refrigerate if longer storage is needed.
7. Serve: Spoon the chimichurri over grilled meats, vegetables, or use it as a marinade.
These steps will ensure that your chimichurri sauce is bursting with flavor and freshness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 0g