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Chimichurri Sauce — traditional dish from Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sauce Vegan

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Nutritional Values

🔥100kcal
💪1gProtein
🌾1gCarbs
🥑10gFat
🌿1gFibre
⚖️50 gServing

* Per serving · 50 g. May vary.

Chimichurri Sauce

How to order / say it
Say it Chimichurri — [chee-mee-CHOOR-ree]
Order I'd like some chimichurri, please.
Locally Quisiera un poco de chimichurri, por favor.
Say locally

A piquant herb sauce used to complement grilled meats.

Why try it?

Chimichurri offers a burst of freshness and complexity, exemplifying Argentine culinary dedication to simplicity yet flavor enhancement. It represents the harmonious blend of immigrant influences with local traditions, becoming a staple accompaniment in Buenos Aires cuisine.

How it tastes

This vibrant sauce is an explosion of fresh herbs, garlic, and vinegar with subtle heat from red pepper flakes. It tantalizes the palate with its tangy, herby zing, adding depth to grilled meats.

Origin & History — first documented: 1900

The origins of chimichurri trace back to the early 20th century with European migrants bringing herb-heavy recipes to Buenos Aires. It quickly adapted to local tastes with Argentina's love for barbecue, becoming an essential side for grills.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌿 30 g parsley
  • 🌿 5 g oregano
  • 🧄 4 cloves garlic
  • 50 ml red wine vinegar
  • 🫒 100 ml olive oil
  • 🧂 5 g red pepper flakes

Method

  1. 1 Finely chop parsley, oregano, and garlic.
  2. 2 In a bowl, mix herbs with vinegar, olive oil, and pepper flakes.
  3. 3 Allow to sit for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. 4 Serve over grilled meats or store in the fridge.

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