Authentic Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup, finely chopped Fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 4 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Warm water(optional)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Finely chop the fresh flat-leaf parsley by hand; avoid using a food processor to prevent the sauce from becoming a paste.

2. 2

   Mince the garlic cloves as finely as possible and place them in a medium-sized glass mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Add the dried oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the garlic.

4. 4

   Pour in the red wine vinegar and optional warm water, stirring to allow the dried herbs to rehydrate for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Whisk in the extra virgin olive oil slowly until the ingredients are well combined.

6. 6

   Stir in the finely chopped parsley and lemon juice until the herbs are fully coated in the oil and vinegar.

7. 7

   Cover the bowl and let the sauce sit at room temperature for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

8. 8

   Serve at room temperature over grilled steak, chicken, or chorizo.