Chimichurri
Ingredients
| Name | Quantity | Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Shallot | 1 | Minced |
| Red pepper flakes | 2 tsp | - |
| Garlic | 4 cloves | Minced |
| Red wine vinegar | 0.25 cup | Or half a lemon/lime's juice |
| Kosher salt | 1 tsp | - |
| Cilantro | 0.5 cup | Minced |
| Parsley | 0.5 cup | Minced |
| Oregano | 2 tbsp | Fresh, minced |
| Olive oil | 0.75 cup | - |
Yield: ~2 cups
Method
- Combine
shallots, chili, garlic, vinegar, and saltin bowl. - Let stand
10 mins. - Add
herbsand slowly whisk inoil.
Notes
- Hand cut all herbs. Never use a food processor.
- Chimichurri can be used as a sauce for meats. Process as follows:
- Reserve 0.5 cup of chimichurri, use the rest to cover meat.
- Chill meat 3-12 hours.
- When ready to cook, wipe chimichurri off meat, pat dry, and grill.
- Serve meat with reserved chimichurri. Season with salt if needed.