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Finely minced fresh green parsley leaves and tiny diced white garlic pieces mixing in a rustic shallow ceramic bowl for Authentic Chimichurri Sauce.

Authentic Chimichurri Sauce Recipe (Vibrant & Herbaceous)

An authentic chimichurri sauce featuring a vibrant, oily suspension of minced parsley, diced garlic, and dried oregano flakes. Perfect for steaks and vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: Argentinian, South American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Aromatics & Spices
  • 1 cup Fresh Green Parsley Finely minced (60g)
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Tiny diced white pieces (12g)
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano Flakes (5g)
  • 1 tsp Bright Red Chili Flakes (2g)
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt (6g)
Liquids
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (120ml)
  • 3 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (45ml)

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp Chef's Knife Essential for finely mincing herbs.
  • 1 Rustic Shallow Ceramic Bowl Perfect for mixing and serving the sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the parsley. Using a sharp knife, chop the herbs until finely minced. Transfer into a rustic shallow ceramic bowl. Peel the garlic cloves and chop them into tiny diced white garlic pieces, adding them to the bowl.
  2. Sprinkle the dried oregano flakes evenly over the fresh mixture. Scatter the bright red chili flakes and kosher salt throughout the vibrant green mixture.
  3. Pour a splash of red wine vinegar over the dry ingredients and gently toss. Stream in the extra virgin olive oil until it pools slightly at the edges. Stir to create a vibrant, oily suspension.
  4. Allow the sauce to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Serve directly from the bowl, leaving a silver spoon resting inside to scoop the herbaceous oil.

Notes

Never use a food processor; hand-chopping maintains the authentic oily suspension.
Allowing the sauce to rest is crucial for flavor development.