Chimichurri (argentinean Parsley And Garlic Sauce)

Total Time: 1 hr Preparation Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped (about 1 small bunch)
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon red pepper, finely diced
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon bay leaf, very small flakes (laurel)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Recipe

• 1 sprinkle salt on garlic and mash to form a paste. this can be done in a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board with the side of a knife.
• 2 in a bowl, combine garlic paste, parsley, water, onion, red pepper, oregano, paprika, bay leaf, and pepper; let sit 30 minutes.
• 3 add vinegar to bowl and let sit another 30 minutes.
• 4 add oil, cover, and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to develop.