Description
Argentinian red chimichurri sauce brings fiery passion to grilled meats with its bold blend of roasted red peppers, herbs, and spices. Crimson and tangy, this zesty sauce elevates your culinary experience, promising to make grilled dishes unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 cup (240 ml) roasted red pepper or 1 (8-ounce / 226 grams) jar, drained
- ¾ cup (180 ml) loosely packed parsley leaves and tender stems (from 1 small bunch)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) packed cilantro leaves and tender stems
- 4 medium cloves garlic, peeled
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 ¾ teaspoons smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
Liquid Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) olive oil
- 2 ½ tablespoons (37.5 ml) red wine vinegar
Instructions
- Place roasted red peppers, garlic cloves, fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and salt into a compact food processor.
- Pulse the ingredients until they are uniformly and finely chopped, creating a textured base for the sauce.
- Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the processor bowl, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Stream in extra virgin olive oil (60 milliliters or 2 fluid ounces) and red wine vinegar (30 milliliters or 1 fluid ounce) while processing.
- Continue blending until the sauce develops a smooth, slightly rustic consistency with visible herb specks.
- Taste the chimichurri and fine-tune the flavor profile by adding additional salt or a splash of vinegar to enhance the overall balance.
- Transfer the red chimichurri sauce to a serving container, allowing the flavors to meld for 10-15 minutes before using.
Notes
- Vibrant red peppers transform this classic Argentine sauce into a stunning crimson condiment with bold, zesty flavors.
- Blending ingredients in stages helps maintain the perfect chunky-smooth texture that’s essential to authentic chimichurri.
- Best served immediately after preparation to preserve the bright, fresh herb notes and intense color.
- Ideal companion for grilled meats, especially steak, roasted vegetables, and as a bold sandwich spread.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Pro tip: Let the sauce sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to enhance its aromatic qualities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 107 kcal
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 146 mg
- Fat: 10.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg