Spicy Chimichurri

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Spicy chimichurri is a sauce commonly used in Argentine and Uruguayan cuisine. It is made with parsley, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and chili flakes, and sometimes includes additional herbs like oregano or cilantro. The ingredients are typically chopped or blended together to form a slightly chunky sauce.

Chimichurri can be used as a marinade for grilled meats or served as a condiment alongside steak, chicken, or fish. The spicy version of the sauce adds a kick of heat to the already tangy and herbaceous flavor. It is also commonly used as a dipping sauce for empanadas, bread, or grilled vegetables. The versatility of chimichurri makes it a popular condiment in many Latin American households and restaurants around the world.

Spicy Chimichurri Ingredients

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil2 tbsp vinegar of choice1/2 cup parsley (finely chopped)1 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)4 cloves garlic (minced)1 tsp red chilli (finely chopped)1 tsp jalapeno (finely chopped)1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp sea salt salt1/2 tsp chilli flakes1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Steps

Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.Set aside at room temp or chill for at least 2 hrs to release all of the flavours into the oil then bring it back to room temp before using.Barbecue or grill meat, poultry or seafood of choice to desired doneness (medium rare dry aged steaks for me), spoon some sauce over & serve with more chimichurri on the side.