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    09/20/2022

    Easy Cilantro Chimichurri

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    Enjoy this flavorful Cilantro Chimichurri on tacos, grilled meat, or seafood! It’s a savory blend of fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings.

    This cilantro chimichurri takes just 10 minutes to pull together and will keep in your fridge for about 7 days. 

    Enjoy this flavorful Cilantro Chimichurri on tacos, grilled meat, or seafood! It’s a savory blend of fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings.
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    What is Chimichurri?
    Ingredients You’ll Need
    How to Make Cilantro Chimichurri
    How To Store Cilantro Chimichurri
    Can You Freeze Cilantro Chimichurri?
    Ways to Use Cilantro Chimichurri
    Easy Cilantro Chimichurri Recipe

    What is Chimichurri?

    Chimichurri is a South American sauce made with fresh herbs, seasonings, garlic, vinegar, and oil. It’s often used as a condiment for grilled meats, seafood, tacos, and veggies. In addition to green chimichurri made with cilantro or parsley, there’s also red chimichurri that’s made with roasted red peppers. 

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    • fresh cilantro
    • red wine vinegar
    • garlic
    • red onion
    • dried oregano
    • red pepper flakes
    • olive oil
    • salt and pepper

    (Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)

    Enjoy this flavorful Cilantro Chimichurri on tacos, grilled meat, or seafood! It’s a savory blend of fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings.

    How to Make Cilantro Chimichurri

    • Add the cilantro, vinegar, garlic, onion, oregano, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 of the olive oil to the blender.
    • Pulse to mince and combine the ingredients.
    • Add the rest of the olive oil and gently stir to combine.
    • Transfer the sauce to a mason jar and set it aside at room temperature for 20 minutes to let the flavors meld. 

    How To Store Cilantro Chimichurri

    Transfer the chimichurri to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 7 days. 

    Enjoy this flavorful Cilantro Chimichurri on tacos, grilled meat, or seafood! It’s a savory blend of fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings.

    Can You Freeze Cilantro Chimichurri?

    Yes. Freeze the chimichurri in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw the chimichurri in the fridge overnight before using.

    Ways to Use Cilantro Chimichurri

    Cilantro chimichurri is a versatile sauce that can be paired with many savory foods. Spread it on grilled seafood or meat, sprinkle it on tacos, or enjoy it with veggies and your favorite egg dishes. It can also be stirred into dips like hummus, or you can make a chimichurri dip by blending it with sour cream or Greek yogurt. 

    Enjoy this flavorful Cilantro Chimichurri on tacos, grilled meat, or seafood! It’s a savory blend of fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings.

    Easy Cilantro Chimichurri Recipe

    Enjoy this flavorful Cilantro Chimichurri on tacos, grilled meat, or seafood! It’s a savory blend of fresh cilantro, red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and seasonings.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    • 2 cups fresh cilantro
    • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
    • 3 cloves garlic peeled
    • 1/2 small red onion peeled and cut into chunks
    • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
    • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
    • 1 cup olive oil divided
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions 

    • To a blender or food processor, add the cilantro, vinegar, garlic, onion, oregano, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 of the olive oil.
    • Pulse to mince and combine the ingredients.
    • Add the rest of the olive oil and gently stir to combine.
    • Transfer the sauce to a mason jar and set it aside at room temperature for 20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
    • Serve, and enjoy!
    Author: Izzy
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    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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