Chimichurri Marinade

Chimichurri Marinade is a popular green or red sauce that is believed to have originated in Argentina and Uruguay. It is used as a marinade but also to cook in and as a condiment. Its ingredients are mainly chopped parsley, basil and/or cilantro, garlic, olive oil, vinegar and spices and ancho powder. Ancho powder is a mild Mexican chilli which adds a lovely warmth to you dish.

Chimichurri Marinade

This is a simple marinade that packs so much taste, it is surprising. Add to wraps for an added punch.

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Course: Dressings

Cuisine: Argentinian, Mexican, Spanish

Keyword: Chillies, Herbs, Marinade, Vegetables

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 10 servings

Calories: 99kcal

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Ingredients

 

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• 6 cloves garlic
• 3 whole bay leaves
• 2 fresh jalapenos Chopped
• 1 1/2 tbsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Ancho powder
• 1/2 cup cilantro finely minced
• 1/2 cup parsley finely minced
• 1/4 cup oregano leaves finely minced
• 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1/3 cup olive oil

Instructions

• In a blender, puree, garlic, bay leaves, jalapenos, salt and 1 tablespoon of the vinegar until a paste is formed.
  6 cloves garlic, 3 whole bay leaves, 2 fresh jalapenos, 1 1/2 tbsp Salt, 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar, 1 tbsp Ancho powder
• Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the herbs.
  1/2 cup cilantro, 1/2 cup parsley, 1/4 cup oregano leaves
• Whisk in the remaining vinegar and olive oil until smooth.
  1/3 cup olive oil

Notes

Asuperb Argetinian marinade that increases the flavour of meats especially chicken when left to blend overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 872mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.4g