Name: Chimichurri Sauce
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Makes about 2/3 cup
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons minced shallots (about 2 medium); 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon salt

This is the national condiment of both Argentina and Uruguay, and there are hundreds of versions. The sauce is also great with vegetables, especially grilled or fried tomatoes.

Recipe information

Total Time
15 min
Yield
Makes about 2/3 cup

Ingredients

1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons minced shallots (about 2 medium)

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes

1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Stir together all ingredients in a bowl.

TagsCondiment Sauce Argentinean South American Latin American Parsley Herbs & Spices Shallot Vegetable Garlic Root Vegetable Dinner Lunch Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Vegetarian Vegan Quick Easy Steam Gourmet

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