Chimichurri

Ingredients

NameQuantityConfiguration
Shallot1Minced
Red pepper flakes2 tsp-
Garlic4 clovesMinced
Red wine vinegar0.25 cupOr half a lemon/lime's juice
Kosher salt1 tsp-
Cilantro0.5 cupMinced
Parsley0.5 cupMinced
Oregano2 tbspFresh, minced
Olive oil0.75 cup-

Yield: ~2 cups

Method

  1. Combine shallots, chili, garlic, vinegar, and salt in bowl.
  2. Let stand 10 mins.
  3. Add herbs and slowly whisk in oil.

Notes

  • Hand cut all herbs. Never use a food processor.
  • Chimichurri can be used as a sauce for meats. Process as follows:
    1. Reserve 0.5 cup of chimichurri, use the rest to cover meat.
    2. Chill meat 3-12 hours.
    3. When ready to cook, wipe chimichurri off meat, pat dry, and grill.
    4. Serve meat with reserved chimichurri. Season with salt if needed.