Description
This Spicy Smoky Red Chimichurri Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful condiment made from roasted red bell peppers, chili, garlic, shallots, and a blend of spices. Perfectly balanced with smoky paprika and tangy red wine vinegar, it’s an excellent sauce to elevate grilled meats, vegetables, or use as a dip.
Ingredients
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Chimichurri Sauce Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 small shallot (finely minced)
- ½ small red chili (finely minced, can substitute with jalapeño)
- 12 oz roasted red bell pepper (drained and finely diced)
- 4 tsp red wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 ¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Finely chop the roasted red bell pepper, de-seeded red chili (or jalapeño), shallot, and garlic cloves until they are uniformly minced, ensuring the flavors will blend well in the sauce.
- Combine ingredients: Place all the chopped vegetables into a bowl. Add the olive oil, kosher salt, red wine vinegar, and smoked paprika. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure a well-incorporated, flavorful chimichurri sauce ready to enhance your dishes.
Notes
- De-seed the chili if you prefer less heat, or use jalapeño as a milder alternative.
- This sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use as a marinade for grilled meats or a topping for roasted vegetables.
- Adjust vinegar and salt to taste for more tanginess or seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Keywords: chimichurri, chimichurri sauce, red chimichurri, spicy sauce, smoky sauce, roasted red pepper sauce
