Electric Chimichurri Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with Electric Chimichurri Sauce, a bold, zesty twist on the traditional South American condiment that's bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh herbs. This quick, no-cook recipe combines the brightness of parsley and cilantro with the earthiness of oregano, a fiery kick from red chili pepper, and a smoky depth from paprika. A touch of lime juice and red wine vinegar ties the flavors together, while silky olive oil ensures a smooth, luscious texture. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread, this versatile sauce is ready in just 10 minutes and can be stored for up to a week. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or looking to liven up a simple weeknight meal, this Electric Chimichurri Sauce guarantees an explosion of flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 1 whole red chili pepper
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the fresh parsley, cilantro, and oregano leaves.
Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them.
Remove the stem and seeds from the red chili pepper and slice it into small pieces.
In a food processor or blender, combine the parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, and chili pepper. Pulse a few times to break them down slightly.
Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, salt, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika to the processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth but still slightly textured.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, lime juice, or smoked paprika if desired.
Transfer the chimichurri sauce to a jar or bowl. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.3 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2418 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1087 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
