Chimichurri Sauce is usually made with parley or a mix of Cilantro and parsley. But to make it extra flavorful, I have made it with just cilantro leaves. Being Indian, Cilantro is one of the most popular herbs that I use in cooking. So I thought why not make it just with Cilantro. it pairs perfectly with grilled veggies like cauliflower steaks, or homemade bread. I especially love it with smashed potatoes. Sometimes use it to make Chimichurri Rice or use it as a spread din sandwiches. The post contains Helpful Tips & Tricks to make Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce. But if you’re in a hurry, you can also click “Jump to Recipe’ under the Heading to go directly to the Recipe Card or you can also click Recipe Card from the Table of Contents below.
WHAT IS CILANTRO CHIMICHURRI SAUCE?
Chimichurri Sauce belongs to Argentina cuisine. it is made by blending parsley, with oregano, garlic, shallots, chili flakes, and olive oil. You can make it in many different ways, but my favorite is using Cilantro. This is not an authentic recipe for chimichurri sauce, but it tastes incredible. If you’re someone who likes Cilantro then do give this recipe a try. it is easy, tangy, fresh, and it can be made in under 5 minutes. You can make it fresh or make it ahead of time to make the flavors blend more nicely. It tastes great as a dipping sauce or over some grilled steaks or veggies. You can also use it as a spread in sandwiches. It is one of the versatile sauces that pairs perfectly with almost anything.
INGREDIENTS
Garlic: I always try to add fresh ingredients. So I try to add 3-4 fresh Garlic Cloves. This gives a strong taste which you won’t get from the packaged ones.Oregano: You can use fresh as well as dried oregano in the recipe. Olive Oil: Another main ingredient is Olive Oil. I add Extra Virgin Olive Oil. You can add the Oil which you think will taste good to you. It’s better if the oil has a bold flavor.Cilantro: I add Cilantro to the sauce, as it gives nice color and also flavor. All Indian & Mexican recipes have Cilantro in them. It elevates the flavor of the recipe. Red Wine Vinegar: I usually prefer adding Red Wine Vinegar but you can also add Lemon Juice to the recipe too. Shallots: You can add Shallots or even red Onions to it. Red Chili Flakes: To add some heat to the recipe, it’s good to add red chili flakes to the recipe. You can also replace them with Jalapenos.
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HOW TO MAKE CILANTRO CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
*For the full recipe, check the recipe card below but you refer here for step-by-step photo instructions. Roughly chop the ingredients including red onions (or shallots), garlic, and Cilantro. And add them to the food processor. Close the lid and blend it until finely chopped. Add salt and pepper, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Stir the ingredients until well combined. Store it in an air-tight container and enjoy!
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