Chef John's Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri is a fabulous green sauce that's been steadily growing in popularity across the American restaurant landscape. This herby, garlicky, tangy, spicy, and very green condiment is great on all kinds of grilled meats.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 255 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ½ cup olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
• 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar, or more to taste
• ¼ cup fresh oregano leaves
• 1 bunch flat-leaf Italian parsley, stems removed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine oil, garlic, vinegar, salt, cumin, red pepper flakes, black pepper, cilantro, oregano, and parsley in a blender.n

Step 2

Pulse blender 2 to 3 times; scrape down the sides using a rubber spatula. Repeat pulsing and scraping process until a thick sauce forms, about 12 times.n