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Mint chimichurri sauce in a bowl on a cutting board.
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Mint Chimichurri Sauce Recipe (with Pomegranate Molasses)

A spin on the classic herb sauce, this mint chimichurri sauce (with pomegranate molasses) will elevate your grilled or slow-roasted meats. The sauce can be used for dipping, garnishing or even as a marinade. Best of all, it comes together in under 15 minutes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: condiment
Cuisine: Levantine, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 10 Servings
Author: Luay Ghafari
Cost: $5

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Fresh Mint - Chopped
  • ½ cup Fresh Parsley - Chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves - Minced
  • 2 tsp Dried Mint
  • ¼ cup Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp Pomegranate molasses
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp Red pepper flakes - Optional

Instructions

  • Combine. To a bowl, add the chopped mint, chopped parsley, dried mint, crushed garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, fresh cracked black pepper, and chili if using. Stir to combine. Don’t adjust the seasoning yet.
  • Rest. Let the chimichurri sit at room temperature for 1 hour before you use it to infuse all the flavors. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

Notes

Refer to the post above for step-by-step recipe instructions and photos.
This sauce is the perfect accompaniment to lamb recipes like roasted leg of lamb or lamb shoulder, pulled lamb, or pistachio-crusted rack of lamb.
Ingredient notes:
  • Fresh Herbs: For this recipe, I am featuring mint and parsley. Parsley is the traditional herb used in authentic chimichurri. If you have cilantro on hand, you can try my cilantro chimichurri recipe.
  • Pomegranate Molasses: Pomegranate molasses is available at most grocery stores now, but you’ll definitely find it at your nearest Middle Eastern grocer. You can also buy it online.
  • Dried Mint: I like to use dried mint in place of the more traditional dried oregano you would find in an authentic chimichurri. The dried mint complements the flavor of the fresh mint. If you don’t have it, just use dried oregano.
  • Acid: I like using a combination of lemon juice and red wine vinegar. Lime juice also works. You can use one or the other, or substitute for another vinegar if you prefer. White wine and champagne vinegar would work well here.
  • Chili Pepper: Chili flakes or cayenne are all optional. Use as much or as little as you like.
Other additions: You can add some chopped red onions and scallions.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 389IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.5mg