Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce
If you find yourself with an abundance of fresh herbs this time of year, making chimichurri sauce is a great way to use them up and infuse just about any dish with tons of flavor.
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Flavor-Packed Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce
Traditional Chimichurri sauce is made with parsley, garlic, oil, red pepper and vinegar that originated in Argentina, but has since spread into most Latin American cuisines.
I first made it a few summers ago when I found myself with an over abundance of herbs and wanted to make a sauce to marinate meat for the grill. Let me tell you this sauce came in strong with all of the delicious flavors and it has since become a favorite.
The recipe that I’m sharing with you today uses cilantro in place of parsley, plus lime juice giving it a huge flavor upgrade. I love chimichurri sauce because it is make with fresh ingredients, but they are simple and easy to blend into a sauce at a moments notice.
Chimichurri sauce if great as a marinade or topping for grilled meat. It would also be used as a salad dressing. I hope you enjoy the recipe.
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Ingredients for Chimichurri Sauce:
- fresh cilantro
- garlic
- red wine vinegar
- extra virgin olive oil
- fresh lime juice
- dried oregano
- red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper
How to Make Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce:
Rinse the cilantro leaves and pat them dry with paper towels.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a food processor or blender, combine the cilantro leaves, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
Blend until smooth and well combined.
Taste the chimichurri sauce and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning evenly.
Transfer the chimichurri sauce to a serving bowl or jar.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week.
Drizzle this flavorful cilantro chimichurri sauce over grilled steak, chicken, fish, roasted vegetables, pasta, or even use it as a marinade to infuse dishes with its vibrant taste. Enjoy the burst of fresh flavors!
Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves packed
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the cilantro leaves and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the cilantro leaves, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
- Blend until smooth and well combined.
- Taste the chimichurri sauce and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning evenly.
- Transfer the chimichurri sauce to a serving bowl or jar.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Drizzle this flavorful cilantro chimichurri sauce over grilled steak, chicken, fish, roasted vegetables, pasta, or even use it as a marinade to infuse dishes with its vibrant taste. Enjoy the burst of fresh flavors!
