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    Red Chimichurri Recipe (Chimichurri Rojo)

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    By Luay Ghafari | Updated: Apr 26, 2024 | May contain affiliate links.

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    This Red Chimichurri sauce is a simple and straightforward twist on the classic Argentinian Chimichurri. It comes together in under 10 minutes! Serve it with grilled meat, chicken, seafood and vegetables. It works really well with grilled flank steak, skirt steak or even a New York Strip.

    Red chimichurri in a small bowl set on a wooden board.
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    If you are a fan of an herbaceous oil-based sauce, try my traditional hand-chopped chimichurri, my mint chimichurri sauce with pomegranate molasses and my cilantro chimichurri.

    These sauces are part of my Summer Grilling Recipes page where you will find some interesting recipes to pair them with.

    Ingredients

    This recipe comes together with a few simple pantry and fridge staples.

    Red chimichurri recipe ingredients with individual labels on a board.
    • Fresh Herbs: It wouldn’t be chimichurri without parsley! I recommend using only flat-leaf parsley in this specific recipe. But if you have fresh cilantro on hand, try making my Cilantro Chimichurri recipe. If you have fresh mint, my Mint Chimichurri with Pomegranate Molasses is another great recipe to try.
    • Garlic: fresh garlic is a classic chimichurri ingredient. Use as much or as little as you like. You can use some shallot in place of the garlic if you have an allergy.
    • Roasted Red Peppers: I recommend you use jarred fire-roasted red peppers. Jars are available at most if not all grocery stores. If you have leftover peppers, make my Muhammara recipe (red pepper dip).
    • Oil: A good quality extra virgin olive oil is the way to go!
    • Spices: Smoked paprika amps up the smoky flavor in this sauce.
    • Acid: I like using red wine vinegar. You can substitute for another vinegar if you prefer. White wine vinegar and champagne vinegar would work well here.
    • Chili Pepper (Optional): Chili peppers, hot pepper flakes, or cayenne are all optional. Use as much or as little as you like.

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities

    How to Make Red Chimichurri Sauce

    A 2-step recipe? Who doesn’t love that?

    Food processor showing all the recipe ingredients before processing.

    Step 1. Prepare. To a food processor, add all the ingredients with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

    Food processor showing the finished chimichurri consistency which is still slightly chunky.

    Step 2. Process. Process until you have a chunky consistency. Don’t overprocess, you want to be able to see the herbs and red pepper in the sauce. Taste and adjust your seasoning.

    Expert Tips

    • Don’t use curly parsley! I don’t even know why this variety of parsley is still being grown! Flat-leaf is the only way to go! It's my go-to in recipes like Chermoula (North African Sauce).
    • Hand chop instead. If you don’t have a food processor, you can hand-chop the ingredients. Chop everything as finely as you can as outlined in my traditional chimichurri recipe.
    • Roast your own red bell peppers. If you’re up for it, fire roast fresh red bell peppers or shepherd peppers on a gas burner or outdoor grill. You can also broil in the oven until charred on all sides. Place the charred peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap to steam for 15 minutes. The peppers' charred skin should easily come off now.
    • Use as a marinade. A great way to get dual use out of this sauce is to use it as a marinade for shrimp, fish, meat, and chicken.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I make red chimichurri in advance?

    Yes, you can make this recipe 1-2 days before you need to serve it. Simply store the finished sauce in an airtight container or glass mason jar in the fridge. I don’t recommend using plastic to store this sauce as it will stain the container.

    How should you store leftover red chimichurri?

    Leftover red chimichurri will last in the fridge for 3-4 days. The ingredients may separate, so give everything a good mix before serving again.

    Can I freeze red chimichurri?

    Yes, you can certainly freeze this recipe in small deli containers, freezer bags or even in ice cube trays. Simply transfer frozen cubes into a freezer bag. Use within 6 months.

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    Red chimichurri in a small bowl set on a wooden board.

    Red Chimichurri Recipe (Chimichurri Rojo)

    Luay Ghafari
    This Red Chimichurri sauce is a simple and straightforward twist on the classic Argentinian Chimichurri. It comes together in under 10 minutes! Serve it with grilled meat, chicken, seafood and vegetables. It works really well with grilled flank steak, skirt steak or even a New York Strip.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course condiment
    Cuisine Argentinian
    Servings 10 Servings
    Calories 55 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves - packed
    • ½ cup Rpasted red peppers
    • 2-3 Garlic cloves - Peeled
    • ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
    • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
    • Chili flakes - Optoional

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare. To a food processor, add all the ingredients with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
    • Process. Process until you have a chunky consistency. Don’t overprocess, you want to be able to see the herbs and red pepper in the sauce. Taste and adjust your seasoning.

    Notes

    Refer to the post above for step-by-step recipe photos.
    Serve the sauce at room temperature. Serve with grilled proteins, vegetables or use as a marinade. It can even be used as a dipping sauce for crudité.
    Ingredient notes:
    • Fresh Parsley: I recommend only using fresh flat-leaf (Italian) parsley in this recipe. If you have other herbs on hand, you can also check out my Cilantro Chimichurri recipe and my Mint Chimichurri with Pomegranate Molasses Recipe.
    • Garlic: fresh garlic is a classic chimichurri ingredient. Use as much or as little as you like. You can use some shallot in place of the garlic if you have an allergy.
    • Roasted Red Peppers: I recommend you use jarred fire-roasted red peppers. Jars are available at most if not all grocery stores.
    • Oil: A good quality extra virgin olive oil is the way to go!
    • Spices: Smoked paprika amps up the smoky flavor in this sauce. But if you have regular paprika, it’ll do just fine.
    • Acid: I like using red wine vinegar. You can substitute for another vinegar if you prefer. White wine, white vinegar and champagne vinegar would work well here.
    Other Additions: Fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes and/or green onions.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 63mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 887IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg
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