Argentinean chimichurri sauce, a flavorful and versatile condiment, has its roots in the country's rich culinary heritage. This vibrant green sauce bursts with a unique blend of herbs, spices, and tangy ingredients, making it an indispensable accompaniment to grilled meats, vegetables, and various dishes. Its popularity has transcended Argentina's borders, captivating taste buds worldwide with its vibrant color and zesty taste. Its versatility allows it to be incorporated into marinades, dressings, or as a dipping sauce, adding an extra layer of flavor and complexity to any meal. This article aims to guide you through the culinary journey of creating the perfect Argentinean chimichurri sauce, providing you with the essential ingredients and step-by-step instructions to achieve that authentic and tantalizing taste.
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ARGENTINEAN CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
A unique chimichurri sauce that is great on everything! What makes it unique? It is a little thicker than the normal chimichurri with tomato and onion pieces. I have used in on fish, flank steak and chicken. I have even mixed it into classic spaghetti sauce recipes.
Provided by Dache
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toss onion, tomato, garlic, parsley, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper together until evenly combined. Add olive oil, red wine vinegar, and water; stir well to combine. Refrigerate until flavors are blended, 8 hours to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 725.4 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
ARGENTINEAN STEAK WITH PARSLEY SAUCE: CARNE Y CHIMICHURRI
Steps:
- Preheat a grill or broiler to high.
- In a blender, combine vinegar, jalapeno, garlic, and bay leaves puree until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and add the herbs. Whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Season the flank steak with olive oil, salt, and pepper and grill/broil the steak for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare. Slice the steak thinly, across the grain on the bias and serve with the chimichurri sauce.
CHIMICHURRI (ARGENTINEAN PARSLEY AND GARLIC SAUCE)
This is a regular condiment on every table in Argentina. It is drizzled on everything from grilled meats to potatoes and vegetables. This is similar to a version I had in an Argentinean restaurant. Some versions also include red pepper flakes, so feel free to add them on occasion.
Provided by threeovens
Categories South American
Time 1h
Yield 1 cup, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Sprinkle salt on garlic and mash to form a paste. This can be done in a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board with the side of a knife.
- In a bowl, combine garlic paste, parsley, water, onion, red pepper, oregano, paprika, bay leaf, and pepper; let sit 30 minutes.
- Add vinegar to bowl and let sit another 30 minutes.
- Add oil, cover, and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to develop.
ARGENTINEAN BURGERS WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
I made these today after watching Michael Smith make them on Chef at Home. My mouth was watering while watching him grill the burgers, so I just had to try them. I luckily had everything on hand and they took no time at all. They're really, really good! I made 8 really big burgers on my barbecue, but the recipe states you can make 12 regular sized burgers if you prefer. Recipe source: http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipes/Main/Beef/recipe.html?dishid=10409
Provided by simsimma4
Categories Meat
Time 45m
Yield 8-12 large or regular, 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Argentinean Burgers:.
- Preheat your grill to its highest setting.
- Sauté the onion, garlic, jalapeno and cumin in the vegetable oil until the vegetables soften. Cool slightly. Toss the beef into a mixing bowl along with the cooled onion mixture. Season well with salt and pepper and mix well.
- Form into 8-12 hamburger patties.
- Grill until cooked to your favourite doneness.
- Serve on hamburger buns with Chimichurri sauce, avocado slices, red onion slices and tomatoes.
- For best results form a divot in the center of each burger before cooking, this helps them cook evenly. Also never press on a burger while it cooks, you'll get some flame and smoke but only at the expense of losing juice that belongs in the burger.
- Chimichurri Sauce:.
- Whisk everything together.
- You may serve immediately but this condiment is at its best after a day or two of refrigeration.
STEAK GAUCHO STYLE WITH ARGENTINEAN CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Steps:
- 1. Place all chimichurri sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until well chopped well, but not puréed. Reserve. Steak: 1. Dissolve cayenne pepper and salt in 1 cup hot water. Transfer to a squeeze container. 2. Place the steak directly over a hot grill, baste with the cayenne grilling sauce, and grill until the meat reaches the desired degree of doneness. 3. Remove the steak from the grill and slice long angled strips across the grain. 4. Serve on a slice of baguette. (For extra spicy steak, baste 2 or 3 additional times during grilling process.) 5. Spoon chimichurri sauce over steak. (Also brilliant on any grilled fish or chicken)
Tips:
- For a more flavorful chimichurri sauce, use fresh herbs whenever possible.
- If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but reduce the amount you use by half.
- Be sure to chop the herbs finely so that they distribute evenly throughout the sauce.
- Use a good quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Let the chimichurri sauce sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chimichurri sauce with grilled or roasted meats, fish, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Chimichurri sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used to enhance a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright, herbaceous flavor, chimichurri sauce is a surefire way to add some zest to your next meal.
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