Chimichurri

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped fresh parsley and minced garlic.
2. Add the red wine vinegar and mix well. This helps to mellow the garlic flavor.
3. Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while stirring. This will help emulsify the sauce.
4. Add the dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness.
5. Mix everything together until well combined.
6. Taste the chimichurri sauce and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if necessary. The sauce should have a balanced, bold, and zesty flavor.
7. Allow the chimichurri sauce to sit for at least 15-30 minutes before serving. This rest time allows the flavors to meld and develop.

Cooking Time: There’s no cooking involved in making chimichurri sauce; it’s a quick and easy preparation.

Serving Size: This chimichurri sauce recipe makes approximately 1 to 1.5 cups, depending on how finely you chop the parsley. It can be served with grilled meats, especially beef, or as a condiment for various dishes.