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Home » Recipes » Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri Sauce

Last Updated November 25, 2020. Originally Posted August 8, 2016 By Maggie Unzueta

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Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen
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Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

I have several good friends from Argentina. They have told me crazy stories about their government that rival the Trump-Hillary showdown, the restaurants I need to visit, jokes about Chileans, and Maradona is still god despite everything. Argentina is on my bucket list. In the meantime, I rely on food to transport me to lands far, far away. Oh the places you’ll go … Sangria takes me to Madrid. Fondue takes me to Switzerland. And chimichurri sauce always takes me to the land of tango and la Patagonia.

Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Tell me you’ve had chimichurri sauce. If you haven’t, you’re SO missing out. It’s very garlicky. The trick to this is eating chimichurri sauce with friends. Two negatives make a positive, right? 😉 I am using a mixture of lemonand red wine vinegar because I like the taste of lemon. Most people will only use red wine vinegar. That’s traditionally how it’s made, but I’ve had many versions of this sauce. I’ve even had a red chimichurri. More on that later…

Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

You’re going to need lots and lots of fresh parsley and oregano. The Argentinos use this uncooked sauce on grilled meats. Ahhh.. the memories of going to an asado, or “barbecue.” An asado is a total event. Lots of grilled food, wine, kids running around, friends and those who will be your friends after the asado. Talking, remember talking before texting? And the choripán – grilled sausage sandwich topped with chimichurri. Lordy! I’m drooling just thinking about this.

If you’re not into grilled beef, you can eat it with chicken, seafood, veggies, or even just on bread. It’s delicious!

Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Latin
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 1/2 cups
Calories: 259kcal
Author: Maggie Unzueta

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed Italian parsley leaves
  • 1 cup packed cilantro
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 teaspoons dried oregano
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • pinch of cayenne or pinch of red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Put everything in a bowl.
  • Mix and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1210mg | Potassium: 553mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 6270IU | Vitamin C: 87mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 6.9mg
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Chimichurri Sauce is an uncooked, herb garlic sauce that is used on grilled meat. Serve it at your next BBQ. Everyone will love it! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Also see my Steak Chimichurri Quesadillas recipe: CLICK HERE

Steak Chimichurri Quesadillas | In Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Filed Under: Appetizers, Beef, Recipes

About Maggie Unzueta

Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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  1. Briana Michelle

    August 8, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    I LOVE chimichurri sauce! & I’ve never known how to make it!! I can’t wait to try this recipe out next weekend, sounds so AMAZING with all the fresh herbs and spices!

    Reply
    • Maggie Unzueta

      August 10, 2016 at 12:53 pm

      It’s always a hit at my house. Enjoy!

      Reply
  2. Loren

    August 8, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    Oh my gosh. This looks absolutely delicious! I’ve been searching for a great recipe for chimichurri and I think I hit the jackpot with this one!! xo Loren

    Reply
    • Maggie Unzueta

      August 10, 2016 at 12:53 pm

      You’re SO going to love it.

      Reply
  3. val

    August 9, 2016 at 7:32 am

    5 stars
    Love a good chimichurri sauce – pinning this for later!

    Reply
    • Maggie Unzueta

      August 10, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Sara

    August 9, 2016 at 11:46 am

    YES! I love Chimichurri sauce. I ran events at a Latin – themed restaurant in Chicago for a while, and one of our most popular dishes was skirt steak seared, sliced, and coated with chimichurri. It’s been over a year since I’ve had it … feels like it’s time to change that!

    P.S. your photos are beautiful 🙂

    Reply
    • Maggie Unzueta

      August 10, 2016 at 12:56 pm

      Thank you. Your events sound like fun. Chimichurri is always a crowd pleaser. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Rachel

    August 9, 2016 at 1:12 pm

    Ooooh Argentina is for sure on my list of places to visit.

    Reply
    • Maggie Unzueta

      August 10, 2016 at 12:56 pm

      Mine too. My little brother is there now. I need to visit him. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Cassandra

    August 10, 2016 at 4:17 am

    I love a good chimichurri sauce but I’ve never tried making it myself. Now I’ll have to give it a try!

    Reply
    • Maggie Unzueta

      August 10, 2016 at 12:57 pm

      It’s super easy to make. Hope you give this a go.

      Reply
  7. Sarah Harris

    August 10, 2016 at 4:26 pm

    4 stars
    So excited to try this! I see so many things requiring chimichurri but never knew what was in it and usually the stuff in a jar won’t be a great representation so I’m so happy to try your recipe!

    Reply

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