This zingy and spicy sauce, which originated in Argentina, could also be used to marinade tougher cuts of beef like skirt or hanger because its acidity tenderises it.
Course: dressing
Cuisine: Argentina
Servings: 2people
Ingredients
15gFresh parsley3 tbsp, chopped
15gFresh Coriander3 tbsp, chopped
2cloveGarlicminced or grated
1/2Banana Shallotfinely minced
1/2tspDried oregano
1/2Red chillidiced (or 1 tsp red chilli flakes)
2tbspRed wine vinegar
1/2tspSea salt
1/4tspCracked black pepper
75mlExtra virgin olive oil
1/2Limejuice and zest
Method
Traditionally Chimichurri doesn't have coriander, but we think this addition works well with steak.
Either whizz all the ingredients in a food processor or work with a big knife and finely chop everything. You get more texture when using a knife than when blitzing. If used as a marinade, use half of the chimichurri to coat the steak and leave for about 20 minutes to work at room temperature.