sauceArgentine

Chimichurri

Name: Chimichurri
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Argentine
Ingredients: 60 g Flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped); 2 tbsp Dried oregano; 6 cloves Garlic; 1 tsp Chilli flakes; 60 ml Red wine vinegar; 180 ml Olive oil; 60 ml Warm water; 1 tsp Coarse salt

Chimichurri is a classic Argentine sauce that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped), Dried oregano, Garlic, Chilli flakes, Red wine vinegar, Warm water and Coarse salt, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Argentine cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Alfajores.

Difficulty: easyPrep: 15 minCook: 0 minServes 8

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Ingredients

Flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)60 g
Dried oregano2 tbsp
Garlic6 cloves
Chilli flakes1 tsp
Red wine vinegar60 ml
Olive oil180 ml
Warm water60 ml
Coarse salt1 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

4 steps

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Step 1

Dissolve the salt in the warm water: that spreads it evenly instead of leaving it on the bottom of the jar.

Step 2

Rub the dried oregano between your palms and steep it in the vinegar for five minutes: it softens and releases its scent.

Step 3🔪 Prep

Chop the parsley and garlic fine with a knife. The garlic is chopped rather than crushed: crushed it gives a sharpness that never leaves.

Step 4🥄 Mix

Mix everything together, pour in the oil and stir. Let it stand two hours at room temperature.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Chimichurri carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

If you need to accommodate dietary restrictions, flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped) can be substituted with an equivalent volume of seasonal vegetables, legumes, or a protein alternative of your preference.

Chef Technique Tips

Season in stages rather than all at once at the end. Salting components as they cook draws out excess moisture, intensifies natural sugars, and builds harmonious depth of flavor throughout the dish.

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