How to Make Chimichurri Marinade - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chimichurri marinade is an Argentinean sauce that is bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors. It is a versatile and delicious option for marinating meats, seafood, and vegetables. This zesty sauce is made with a handful of fresh ingredients such as parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil, and it adds a bold and tangy kick to whatever it's paired with.

Chimichurri marinade has its roots in Argentine cuisine and is a traditional accompaniment to grilled meats, especially steak....

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Ingredients

  • 2 bunches fresh parsley
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 4 anchovy fillets
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup olive oil, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups

  • Wash parsley and remove the larger stems.
  • Combine parsley, garlic cloves, shallot, red wine vinegar, anchovy fillets, salt, and pepper in a blender. With blender on high speed, slowly pour in 1/2 cup of olive oil. Scrape down to sides as necessary and add slowly add remaining olive oil, with the processor running, until a thick paste forms.
  • Nutrition

    258 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 103mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 132mg