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    Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

    Published: Sep 24, 2020 | Modified: Jan 18, 2022 by Chef Cindy | Leave a Comment

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    Chimichurri Sauce

    Chimichurri Sauce is a traditional Argentinian Sauce that is used to flavor meat and sausages. But for us plant-based peeps, Chimichurri Sauce tastes incredibly delicious on grilled vegetables! It is traditionally made with parsley, oregano, shallots, garlic, vinegar, oil and salt & pepper. You simply blend them together to create this savory sauce that can spice up even the simplest of meals. Uruguay’s version adds a kick with some crushed red pepper flakes!

    How do I make Chimichurri Sauce?

    As with most traditional recipes I work with, I like to change them up a bit to create a unique recipe twist or a simple adjustment for plant-based meals. There are 2 variations of the sauce – the Chimichurri Verde (Green) Or Chimichurri Rojo (Red) Sauce.

    The Verde version has mostly fresh parsley for the green, but you can add in fresh cilantro (which I did), basil leaves, or a combo of all three. You can also add in fresh (or dried) oregano. The onion can be red, white, yellow or even shallots. And the vinegar can vary with white, red wine vinegar or even a Spanish sherry vinegar.

    To make the Rojo version, add in paprika (hot), cumin (seed), cayenne, tomato (roma), and red pepper.

    With both versions, you can increase or decrease the amount of garlic you choose to use. I am a garlic lover so I would say go to town with it but be careful not to overpower with it. You definitely want the taste of the parsley and other herbs to come through.

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    What is the best way to store Chimichurri?

    Once made, you can serve Chimichurri Sauce immediately or refrigerate it for future use. If it has been chilled, it is best to have it return to room temperature before serving. It can last 2 to 3 weeks refrigerated and actually deepens nicely in flavor as it ages.

    If you decide to freeze it, I recommend putting the chimichurri sauce in an ice cube tray and freezing individual cubes. Once frozen, the cubes can be stored in a freezer bag. You can also freeze the sauce in larger freezer safe containers where it can keep it’s flavor for about 3 months.

    What are other uses for Chimichurri Sauce?

    If you are like me though, I find other ways to use it over the course of the 2 weeks. It is great addition to :

    • grilled vegetables
    • mixed with vegan mayonnaise
    • roasted potatoes
    • pasta salad
    • a salad dressing
    • fish, meat, poultry (non-vegans)

    What is the origin of Chimichurri Sauce?

    Chimichurri is pronounced  chee-mee-CHOO-ree and has a few stories floating around about it’s origin. The most common origin of the word honors its inventor, an Irish soldier named Jimmy McCurry. He was a freedom fighter from the nineteenth century. He traveled with indigenous troops to fight for the independence of Argentina. Because his name was difficult for Argentines to pronounce, “Jimmy McCurry” got turned into chimichurri. On the other hand, many linguists believe that the name chimichurri comes from the Basque country word tximitxurri, meaning “a mixture of several things in no particular order”.

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    Chimichurri Sauce Recipe in a bowl

    Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

    • Author: Chef Cindy
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 2 – 4 servings 1x
    • Category: condiment
    • Method: Fresh
    • Cuisine: Healthy
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Description

    Chimichurri Sauce Recipe is a traditional Argentine Recipe that is used to top meat, fish and vegetables. It is especially delicious on grilled foods, especially vegetables!


    Ingredients

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    1 cup firmly packed flat leaf parsley, stems removed

    3 – 4 garlic cloves, peeled

    1 large shallot

    ¼ cup red wine vinegar

    ⅔ cup olive oil

    ½ lemon, juiced

    2 tablespoons fresh oregano, (or 2 teaspoons dried oregano)

    ¼ – ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

    ¼ teaspoon sea salt

    ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper


    Instructions

    1. Place parsley, garlic and shallot in a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground.
    2. Scrape into a bowl and stir in the rest of the ingredients. Serve at room temperature.

    Notes

    • Use a blend of parsley and cilantro for a different  flavor.
    • Grill the meat, fish or vegetable with the sauce (low to medium heat) or use as a topping after cooking.

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