How long does cilantro chimichurri last?

Stored in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator, this cilantro chimichurri sauce will keep for up to 5 days. It will solidify thanks to the olive oil, so take it out of the fridge 30-60 minutes before serving and give it a good stir.

Can I freeze chimichurri?

Yes. Freeze in small portions in an ice cube tray for easy use later.

Zippy Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce (for meat, tacos and more!)

Name: Zippy Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: PT-494945H29M14S
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 cup cilantro leaves; ½ cup parsley leaves; 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; ¾ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Description

This cilantro chimichurri sauce is bright, garlicky, and packed with fresh herbs. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s perfect for steak, tacos, rice bowls, eggs, and more.

Ingredients

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1 cup cilantro leaves
1/2 cup parsley leaves
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

In a small food processor, combine 1 cup cilantro leaves, ½ cup parsley, 3 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Process for about 15 seconds, until everything is very finely chopped.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar and ½ cup olive oil and stir until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings per your taste, with a pinch more red pepper flakes if you like things spicier, a bit more salt, etc.

Use on grilled steak, tacos, rice bowls, burritos, eggs, tortilla chips, or guacamole. This sauce is truly magical.

Notes

Salt: make sure you use kosher salt. If you don’t have kosher salt, reduce the salt to ½ teaspoon. Fine salt (like table salt) is far saltier per teaspoon than kosher salt.

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Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 125
Sugar: 0.1 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 14.1 g
Carbohydrates: 0.9 g
Fiber: 0.3 g
Protein: 0.3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg