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Chimichurri

Adapted from Cafe Delites
Chimichurri is a spicy, herby sauce used in South America to baste chicken or beef while grilling or barbecuing. It can also be used as a marinade or as a sauce over steaks, chicken, fish, or vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dressings, Sauces and Condiments
Cuisine Argentine
Servings 8 as a side

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 TBS red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup finely chopped parsley
  • 3-4 garlic cloves, finely chopped or minced
  • 2 small red chilies, or 1 larger red chili, deseeded and finely chopped (about 1 TBS finely chopped chili)
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh oregano or ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp coarse salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about ½ tsp)

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Keyword budget-friendly, dairy-free, gluten free, grilling, make ahead, muffin/quick bread, no-cook, salad, vegan, vegetarian