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Chimichurri Sauce

Makes about 2/3 cup
  • Active Time:15 min
  • Start to Finish:15 min
May 2006
This is the national condiment of both Argentina and Uruguay, and there are hundreds of versions. The sauce is also great with vegetables, especially grilled or fried tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots (about 2 medium)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried hot red-pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Stir together all ingredients in a bowl.