Chimichurri Sauce for Steak | Authentic Argentine Recipe

Chimichurri is a traditional Argentine herb sauce designed to cut through rich meats and enhance flavor without overpowering it. Applied after cooking, it brings brightness, acidity, and balance to every bite of steak.

RECIPE DETAILS


Prep Time: 10 minutes

Rest Time: 20 to 30 minutes

Cook Time: None

Total Time: About 30 to 40 minutes

Yield: Enough for 2 steaks

Category: Sauce / Finish

Cuisine: Argentine

INGREDIENTS


1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

4 cloves garlic, very finely minced

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

1/3 cup olive oil

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper


INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Finely chop the parsley until small and uniform.
  2. Add garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper and mix.
  3. Stir in red wine vinegar.
  4. Add olive oil and mix until combined but still loose.
  5. Let sit for 20 to 30 minutes before using to allow flavors to develop.


HOW TO USE

Cook steak using high heat until a crust forms.

Rest the steak for 5 to 10 minutes.

Slice against the grain.

Spoon chimichurri over the steak just before serving.

Do not use as a marinade.

Author
Chef Bryant
Servings
1-2
Category

Sauce

Cuisine
Argentina

Ingredients

  • Gemelli Grille
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, very finely minced
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Directions

  1. Finely chop the parsley until small and uniform.
  2. Add garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir in red wine vinegar.
  4. Add olive oil and mix until combined but still loose.
  5. Let sit for 20 to 30 minutes before using to develop flavor.