Add basil to classic chimichurri for more complex flavor that will have dinner guests asking for your secret ingredient.
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Even purists appreciate another spoonful of flavor.
Top grilled and roasted foods with this flavorful South American-style sauce.
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It is truly that versatile!
Chill up to 5 days.
Basic Chimichurri
Use the same recipe as above without basil.
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ground cumin and blend with the rest of the ingredients.
Cilantro-Lime Variation
Substitute 1 3/4 cups cilantro for parsley and cilantro, 2 tsp.
grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 tsp.
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ground ginger), add an equal amount of lime juice for the vinegar.
Store fresh herbs:When you dont grow herbs, buy them fresh from a market.
An exception is fresh basil, which is stored at room temperature.
Dijon-style mustard, and add 1 1/2 tsp.
finely shredded lemon peel.
Storage:Chimichurri sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
