Name: Herby Chimichurri Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10 tablespoons
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 cup parsley leaves; 0.5 cup cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 5 cloves garlic; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp hot pepper flakes; 1 tsp black pepper; 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil

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Herby Chimichurri Sauce

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Instructions

Add parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper to a food processor.

Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.

Slowly drizzle in olive oil while pulsing to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Let the sauce sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Herb Prep Perfection 🌱
Wash and thoroughly dry parsley and cilantro before chopping to prevent watery sauce and ensure maximum flavor concentration.
Garlic Intensity Control 🧄
For a milder garlic flavor, remove the green germ from the center of the garlic cloves before mincing, which reduces bitterness and harsh bite.
Vinegar Balance Technique 💧
Let the chimichurri sit for 10-15 minutes after mixing to allow flavors to meld and the acid to soften the raw garlic's sharp edge.
Oil Quality Matters 🫒
Use a high-quality, cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil to dramatically enhance the sauce's overall flavor profile and authenticity.
Storage Smart Hack 🧊
Store chimichurri in an airtight glass container with a thin layer of additional olive oil on top to preserve freshness and prevent oxidation.