A classic Argentinian chimichurri is one of those rare sauces that’s simple, punchy and impossibly useful – the kind that makes everything it touches taste more alive.
Firstly, it’s built for steak. Chimichurri is famously paired with grilled beef in Argentina, and so it’s made to complement it beautifully. The vinegar cuts through richness, the garlic brings bite, the parsley adds freshness and the olive oil ties it all together.
It doesn’t mask the flavour of good beef – it sharpens it, which is exactly what chimichurri was designed to do.
The ‘And Everything Else’ is where the fun (and usefulness) comes in. Yes, steak is the hero – but go ahead and spoon it over roast veg, chicken, seafood, eggs, crusty bread, or whatever’s coming off the grill.
Classic Argentinian Chimichurri, For Steak and Everything Else
6
servings6
minutesThis chimichurri is best eaten on the day it is made for full colour and fresh flavour.
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Ingredients
1/2 cup 3 2/3 fl oz extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tbs 7 1/2 tsp red wine vinegar
3 large 3 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 1 long red chilli, seeded, finely chopped
1/2 bunch 1/2 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tsp 2 tsp finely chopped fresh oregano
1 tsp 1 tsp sea salt flakes
1/2 tsp 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Method
- Place oil, vinegar, garlic, chilli, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper in a small serving bowl and stir to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes to infuse the flavours, but ideally for a few hours. Serve.
Notes
- It’s really important not to use a food processor to make chimichurri, as the mixture will become cloudy. It only takes a few minutes to chop everything anyway.
- You can make this chimichurri up to 12 hours ahead. Simply keep it in the fridge until about 30 minutes before serving. It’s best served at room temperature.
- You can also use chimichurri to baste your meats as they cook.
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