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Easy Parsley Chimichurri Sauce (Great Sauce For Fish)

Julia | The Yummy Bowl
Chimichurri sauce is a versatile condiment that brings together fresh herbs like parsley, garlic, tangy vinegar, and a touch of hot peppers. This oil-dried herb mixture is a great sauce for fish, grilled steaks to roasted vegetables, and sandwiches, and delicious addition to many dishes. No Cilantro, naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Sauces & Condiments
Cuisine Argentinian
Servings 8 as a side serving
Calories 134 kcal

INGREDIENTS
  

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil or regular good quality olive oil
  • ¾ cup parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoon garlic, freshly minced
  • 2 small red chilis, seeds and membrane removed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup shallot

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Chop the parsley very finely and combine with the rest of the ingredients.
  • You can also mix everything together In a blender or food processor.
  • Allow the flavors to rest, chilling the sauce for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator. For the best flavor, I like to keep it in the fridge for 1-2 hours. If you need faster, it is fine, you can serve it right away or at least slightly chilled.
  • Serve it as a delicious fish sauce, in burgers, marinate meat with it or as a dipping sauce for vegetables. Enjoy!

NOTES

  • To balance off the acidity from the vinegar, you can add a pinch of sugar or honey. Alternatively, you can adjust the flavor with lemon or lime juice or use it instead of vinegar.
  • Allow the flavors to blend - the key to best-tasting chimichurri is leaving the sauce to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This allows the olive oil to soak up all the herbal and spicy flavors. Although for serving, allow the sauce to come to room temperature.
  • Use fresh ingredients - herbs should be fresh, with vibrant green color, aroma, and parsley leaves should be free of blemishes and not wilted.
  • To fix thick chimichurri sauce, add more olive oil or a splash of water. For the thick sauce, add more herbs and shallots. Adjust slowly and taste along the way until it reaches your desired consistency.

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NUTRITION

Calories: 134kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 296mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 586IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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