Description
A bright, herb-packed cilantro chimichurri sauce that elevates any dish with its zesty and garlicky flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ⅓ cup light olive oil
- ⅛ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ⅛ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon shallot, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Add everything to a food processor (herbs, garlic, shallot, acid, seasonings, and oil).
- Pulse to your preferred texture—from slightly chunky to mostly smooth.
- Taste and adjust with more oil to mellow, vinegar/lemon to brighten, or salt to pop.
- Serve right away or rest for 15–30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
Great with steak, chicken, shrimp, or roasted vegetables. Enhances flavor if allowed to rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Argentinian