This fresh green sauce is perfect on grilled or roasted proteins and vegetables. Also use on grain bowls or as a marinade. Thanks to the Latin Heritage Workgroup for their assistance.
Chimichurri
Ingredients
3 to 6 cloves garlic, minced or grated
½ to 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup red wine vinegar or lime or lemon juice
1 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley leaves (see Notes)
1 Tablespoon dried oregano (try Mexican oregano) or 2 Tablespoons finely chopped fresh oregano
⅓ cup vegetable oil (try olive oil)
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Rinse garlic and fresh herbs under cool running water and towel dry before preparing.
- Mix garlic, pepper flakes and vinegar in a medium bowl. Let sit for about 5 minutes to mellow the raw garlic flavor. Add remaining ingredients and stir to combine. For a different texture, mix with a few pulses in a food processor.
- Serve with grilled or roasted proteins such as steak, chicken, fish or tofu. Chimichurri is also good with roasted vegetables, or as a dip with whole-grain chips or crackers.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. Use within a few days or freeze in small containers for longer storage.
Notes
- Try using a combination of parsley with other fresh herbs or greens, such as cilantro or arugula.
- Chimichurri is also good on tacos, tortillas or other flat bread, or drizzled on grain bowls.
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