This Argentinian chimichurri sauce is so simple to make and so utterly delicious, you will want to serve it with everything! We love it cooked with chicken, steak, fish or even served in a sandwich. It also makes a brilliant dressing for a scrumptious salad.

Our chimichurri sauce is such an easy recipe, but is sure to delight everyone who tries it! Serve with grilled meats, use as a marinade or drizzle over salads for unmissable yum! Recipe by Jaz Kitchen

What is chimichurri?

This vibrant green sauce is bursting with flavour—fresh herbs, garlic, chilli, a splash of vinegar, and good olive oil all come together to make something seriously special. Originally from Argentina and Uruguay, chimichurri is traditionally served with grilled meats, but honestly, it’s brilliant on just about everything. Drizzle it over roasted veg, spoon it onto steak, or stir it through grains for a punchy boost. It’s quick to make, full of bold flavour, and brings a little sunshine to your plate every time.

The beauty of chimichurri is how easy it is to make your own version. You can stick with the classic parsley base, or mix in coriander (fresh coriander lovers—this one’s for you), oregano, or mint for a twist. Some people prefer it with a bit more kick—just add extra chilli or a pinch of red pepper flakes. Fancy it a bit tangier? A squeeze of lemon or lime works wonders. And for something richer, try blending in a touch of avocado or a spoonful of yoghurt for a creamier version.

Whether you like it spicy, herby, sharp, or mellow, chimichurri is one of those sauces you can tweak to suit your mood—and it never gets old.

What sets this authentic chimichurri apart?

Easy to find ingredients. Our chimichurri sauce from Argentina uses ingredients that are easy to find for a really simple but utterly irresistible chimichurri sauce parsley perfect to brighten any dish.
Comes together in minutes. Simply combine all the ingredients for the homemade sauce in a bowl and stir together. Leave for the flavours to marry together for at least 20 minutes, but this can easily be made the day before too!
Perfect accompaniment to virtually anything. Argentine chimichurri sauce is traditionally used as a marinade or to dip in meats. However, you could get creative and use it in other ways too! Check out my notes below for other ways you could use this sauce.

Chimichurri recipe ingredients

Parsley: bright and tangy, gives a beautiful fresh flavour to the sauce.
Olive oil: the base carrier for all the irresistible flavours in this chimichurri sauce ingredients.
Red wine vinegar: gives sour, acidic notes and a fruity aroma to the dish.
Red onion: milder and sweeter than their brown counterparts, making them brilliant to be used uncooked.
Dried oregano: for an earthy, slightly bitter taste, helps balance out flavours perfectly.
Red chillies: adds a kick to the dish, red chillies are deeper and more earthy in flavour.
Garlic: prized for its ability to enhance the flavour of dishes. The taste of garlic is bold and distinctive, and adds depth to the chimichurri sauce recipe.
Salt and pepper: balances and rounds off the flavours in the dish. Do taste and adjust to your personal preference.

How to make the best chimichurri sauce

This traditional chimichurri sauce is so simple to make, it comes together in no time at all and is a brilliant make-ahead option for easy entertaining.

Ingredients required: parsley, red chillies, red onion, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper. Recipe by Jaz Kitchen

Step 1: Finely chop the parsley, chillies, garlic, and red onion. Tip the chopped ingredients into a bowl along with the oregano, salt and pepper.

Step 2: Add in the olive oil and red wine vinegar and mix to combine.

Chop up the parsley, chillies, red onion and garlic....

Before combining in a bowl with the other ingredients. Recipe by Jaz Kitchen

Step 3: Leave the dressing for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours) for the flavours to infuse with the oil.

Use as desired. Enjoy!

Uses for chimichurri sauce

This moreish green chimichurri sauce can of course be used as a marinade or dressing for meats. However, it is super versatile and flavourful and would work in other ways too!

Drizzle it over grilled vegetables for an extra layer of flavours.
Use it as a salad dressing to really jazz up any salad.
Spoon it over your avocado and eggs on toast for next-level yumminess!
Use as a sauce for a delicious rice bowl you will not be able to get enough of.

Is chimichurri sauce spicy?

A sauce like this one can certainly bring a kick to your food if you wish it too (simply adjust the chillies used in the recipe). However, I would say it is not as spicy as sriracha or other hot sauces, more of a warming heat.

Is chimichurri sauce vegan?

Yes, this recipe is entirely vegan.

Does chimichurri sauce have to be refrigerated?

This easy chimichurri sauce recipe can be left out for a couple of hours, but if it is unused for any longer, it is better being refrigerated. It will keep well in the fridge for up to four days.

Can this sauce be frozen?

Yes! I like to freeze the sauce in ice cube trays, which makes for easy portioning and defrosting when you want to use it.

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