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Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce

Add some South American flair to your meal with this flavorful sauce, which can be used on meat, fish, or vegetables as a marinade or poured over your finished product.

Yield
12 servings
Ingredients
1 cup parsley (lightly packed and chopped without the stalks)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon peppercorn (freshly ground)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon oregano (dried)
2 tablespoons green onion (minced)
1/2 cup olive oil
3/4 cup vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh)
1/4 cup water
Steps
  1. Place all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until well chopped, but not pureed.
  2. Spoon the sauce over grilled meats, poultry, seafood, or vegetables. This sauce can also be used as a marinade.
Meal Type: Lunch, Dinner
Category: 30 Minutes or Less
Season: Spring, Summer