Zesty Smoky Red Chimichurri to Elevate Your Dishes
Smoky Red Chimichurri is a bright, zesty sauce that elevates any meal with fresh herbs and smoky paprika.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 1 bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 cup red onion finely chopped
- 0.5 cup olive oil as base
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjustable
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Storage Advice
- 1 container airtight container for storing in the fridge
- ice cube trays for freezing portions
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Smoky Red Chimichurri
- In a large mixing bowl, finely chop the fresh parsley and cilantro, creating a bright green base.
- Introduce the minced garlic and chopped red onion to the herb mixture; stir gently to combine.
- Sprinkle in the smoked paprika and red pepper flakes, adjusting the amount based on your heat preference. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour in the olive oil and red wine vinegar, mixing everything thoroughly until well-coated.
- Taste your chimichurri and adjust salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as necessary.
- Allow the chimichurri to rest for about 10 minutes at room temperature to meld flavors.
- If not using immediately, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
Chop parsley and cilantro uniformly for consistent texture. Taste as you go to balance flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 10mg | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg