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Chimichurri

Name: Chimichurri
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Serves 4
Cuisine: Argentina
Ingredients: 1 bunch Parsley; 3 cloves Garlic; 1 tsp Dried Oregano; 1 Dried Red Chili; 3 tbsp Vinegar; 5 tbsp Olive Oil; 1/2 tsp Salt

Side Dish

⏱ 10 min

👥 Serves 4

Difficulty ⭐

Chopped parsley and garlic bound with vinegar and olive oil — Argentina's all-purpose herb sauce.

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📖 The Story Behind This Dish

The essential companion to asado and Argentina's most iconic sauce. Built simply from parsley and garlic with oregano, chili, vinegar, and olive oil, it plays the crucial supporting role of cutting through the richness of grilled meat. Every family has its own golden ratio, and many households keep a jar of it on the table at all times.

🌆 Where it's eaten: Almost always found alongside grilled meats — a permanent fixture on the Argentine table.

🥕 Ingredients (serves 4)

Parsley 1 bunch
Garlic 3 cloves
Dried Oregano 1 tsp
Dried Red Chili 1
Vinegar 3 tbsp
Olive Oil 5 tbsp
Salt 1/2 tsp

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Finely mince the parsley and garlic.
Chop the dried red chili, if using.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Transfer to a clean jar.
Let sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.
Serve alongside grilled meat.

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