Description
This spicy chimichurri sauce is bursting with flavor from fresh jalapeño, parsley, cilantro, and garlic. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for elevating any dish, making it a must-try for those seeking easy and delicious homemade sauces.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 jalapeño, roughly chopped (deseed if you don't want it as spicy)
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup parsley
- 1 cup cilantro
- 1 shallot, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Blend until you reach your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- If needed, pause the blender to push down the ingredients occasionally for thorough mixing.
- Taste and adjust ingredients as necessary.
- For optimal flavor, let the chimichurri sit for a few hours before serving.
Notes
Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor.
Feel free to adjust the heat level by modifying the amount of jalapeño or red pepper flakes.
Chimichurri can be stored in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
