The Very Best Ever Paleo Chimichurri Sauce Recipe - My Natural Family (2024)

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This is the very best ever Paleo chimichurri sauce recipe that exists in the whole world and it is super, super easy to make.

In our family we make grass-fed crockpot pork roast a lot but since my husband eats no sugar and I eat very little (mostly honey or maple syrup *), bbq sauce - even a paleo bbq sauce - isn't a good option for us. Then I remembered how I used to make an awesome chimichurri recipe but got out of the habit of it and I don't know why because it's an awesome sauce.

My front yard is full of overgrown basil so I whipped up this sauce in a few minutes. It's so pretty and SO GOOD! I'm not kidding. My 8-year-old daughter ate a ton of it (my other children wouldn't even try it).

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My husband said this sauce is so good he would drink it! I think I would too. I prefer basil in it but the traditional way of making it is with parsley. So if you can't get basil for a good price, just get a bunch of parsley for really cheap at the grocery store. Since I wrote this post I have decided that I really like this made with cilantro too.

You should try all of them, basil, cilantro, and parsley and see which you prefer. To tell the truth I can't tell a whole lot of difference. Why do I like this chimichurri so much? It's fresh, light and flavorful. It has a bright color and flavor and turns ordinary meat into something really delicious.

I love the tang of the lemon juice with the zip of the garlic and the flavor of the fresh herbs. Try the sauce then let me know how you've used it and give us all some great ideas. It's delicious on steak, Churrasco meat, fish and chicken and - Oh! I bet this would be amazing on eggs. . . Heck, I'll eat it on anything!

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The Very Best Ever Paleo Chimichurri Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Rebecca Baron
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Paleo
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This is a delicious-savory sauce to put on any meat, seafood, eggs – the possibilities are endless! Chimichurri Sauce is has no sugar added nor honey. It’s fresh, light and flavorful with a bright color and flavor that turns ordinary meat into something really delicious. there is a beautiful tang from the lemon juice with the zip from the garlic and the flavor of the fresh herbs. Try it and love it!

Ingredients

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  • 1 Cup Fresh Basil Leaves (or Parsley or Cilantro)
  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • ½ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbl Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Real Salt *
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  • ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend until the basil pieces are small and even.
  3. Drizzle on your favorite meat, seafood, eggs - the possibilities are endless!

Keywords: Savory, Light, Colorful, Flavorful, Healthy

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  1. Chris

    Just made- so good.

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    • Rebecca

      Thanks! I'm glad you like it. We definitely make it a lot around here.

      Reply

  2. Iris

    I absolutely love this, I made some yesterday. I don't think I could make too much of this. I just poured a whole batch on my roast. It makes the potatoes and carrots taste lot better too.

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  3. Claire

    I often forget that sauces are a thing! But this would be a lovely addition to just about any dish. I feel like this would elevate a dinner and make it feel special, without requiring a whole lot of fancy preparation. Lovely ingredient list!

    Reply

  4. Kim

    Hi Rebecca

    I'm from Australia, do you know what would be the equivalent of the Zip here? I know I could purchase from Amazon but they are out of supplies. I can't eat any store bought sauces, my gut won't tolerate them, so anything I can make from scratch is very welcome.

    Thanks for your time

    Kim

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    • Rebecca

      The main ingredient in The Zip is paprika. Hopefully that helps . . .

      Reply

  5. Pat

    What is "The Zip"?

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    • Rebecca

      It is an awesome blend of spices under the Spice Hunter brand name. Just click on the link on the post and you can see it on Amazon. It's the best price I've found it anywhere. Much less than local stores.

      Reply

  6. Silvia Bitton

    Hi Rebecca, thank you for your blog, it is very inspiring.

    I was just reading this recipe and it sounds yummy. However, is not quite correct. I was born and grew up in Argentina, home of the Chimichurri! So I thought you may want the real recipe, here it is. Kindest regards, Silvia.

    Chimichurri

    Makes approximately 6 cups

    ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
    1 cup warm water
    1 cup red wine vinegar
    1 cup red wine
    1 capsicum, very finely chopped
    1 Roma tomato, very finely chopped
    1 spring onion, very finely chopped
    2 tablespoons parsley, very finely chopped
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 teaspoon sweet paprika
    2 teaspoons chilli flakes
    2 bay leaves, whole
    1 tablespoon dried oregano
    2 teaspoons salt

    mix all ingredients in a bottle. Adjust heat and seasoning to taste, should be somewhat salty .Top with a cork. Leave it to macerate for 24 hours. Shake it occasionally

    make two slots in the cork to allow sauce to pour through

    drizzle over steaks.

    Note: it can be kept, in the fridge, indefinitely.

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    • Rebecca

      Wow! This recipe sounds awesome. Thanks for sharing! I know mine it's authentic (I have a brother-in-law that is from Argentina) so I should probably call my sauce something different but the closest thing I know to it is Chimichurri. I will definitely have to try this though!

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The Very Best Ever Paleo Chimichurri Sauce Recipe - My Natural Family (2024)

FAQs

What makes chimichurri bitter? ›

You don't want the herbs to be completely pureed, just finely chopped. While some thin, tender parsley stems are okay, avoid adding thicker stems, because they can make the chimichurri quite bitter. If your chimichurri is bitter, you can add more lemon juice or vinegar to help counteract it.

How healthy is chimichurri? ›

And from a health standpoint, chimichurri is loaded with good-for-you benefits, including calcium, carotenes, iron, and vitamins A and C (from the parsley) and calcium, fiber, iron, and vitamins E and K (from the oregano), as well as heart-healthy garlic and the monounsaturated fat found in olive oil, which may help to ...

How long does homemade chimichurri last? ›

Dried-herb chimichurri can last up to a week unrefrigerated and 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator. For a shortcut, consider our dried Chimichurri Spice Blend, which needs just olive oil, salt and vinegar to make a long-lasting sauce.

Does chimichurri get better with time? ›

Chimichurri can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks; it will lose its bright green color, but it will improve in flavor with time.

Is chimichurri inflammatory? ›

Health benefits: Chimichurri seasoning is made with fresh herbs, such as parsley and oregano, which are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

What spice takes away bitterness? ›

Spices mask bitter flavors, so don't be shy. Add some spicy peppers or powders to your cooking, or sprinkle some onto your dishes for a little bit of extra heat. Black pepper in particular has compounds that counteract bitterness. Some other great spices include cayenne, red pepper, paprika, and chili powder.

How long does chimichurri last in the fridge? ›

Chimichurri sauce keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it! I like to portion it into ice cube trays so that I can thaw a little at a time. The cubes will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

What is skinny lady chimichurri? ›

Product details. Skinny Latina Chimichurri Marinade is Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Keto friendly, and low in sugar. It is a zesty garlic and herb sauce brimming with latin flavor and made with Olive Oil for a healtheir benefit and taste. Marinade for all of your favorite meats, fish, and poultry.

What country is best known for chimichurri? ›

chimichurri, sauce of Argentine origin that typically includes parsley, oregano, garlic, and red wine vinegar. The people of Argentina, purveyors of some of the world's best beef, allow little save salt and pepper to come into contact with their steaks.

Why is my chimichurri brown? ›

Recipe Tips

Use the sharpest knife in your kitchen when making this recipe. A dull knife can pulverize the herbs making the chimichurri look kind of brown.

Can I use regular parsley for chimichurri? ›

I personally love the mix of parsley and cilantro so that is how I make chimichurri, but if you want a classic recipe, you can use all parsley. Use flat leaf parsley and not curly parsley. Oregano– you can use fresh or dried oregano. Garlic– I use 3 cloves of fresh garlic.

Can you eat old chimichurri? ›

Chimichurri sauce is usually served aged. The ingredients cause a natural pickling process. We recommend that it is consumed within 6 months and be kept in cool dry place.

Can I freeze chimichurri? ›

Chimichurri can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to five days. Let it come to room temperature before using. You can also freeze chimichurri up to three months; thaw it in the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before using.

What's the difference between chimichurri and romesco? ›

Similar but different, Chimichurri is an Argentinian, parsley-based intensely-flavored sauce great to slather on anything. Romesco is a Spanish, roasted red pepper-based, intensely-flavored sauce that is also great to slather on anything.

How do you counteract bitterness in sauce? ›

Sweetness: From sugar, honey, fruits or otherwise, sweetness will counteract bitter and sour flavours. It can also be used to cut down the heat of a particularly spicy meal. Saltiness: Salt plays two very important roles in flavouring a dish. Firstly, it balances against bitterness.

How do you fix bitter sauce? ›

Add Some Baking Soda

If your tomato sauce is too acidic and verging on bitter, turn to baking soda, not sugar. Yes, sugar might make the sauce taste better, but good old baking soda is an alkaline that will help balance the excess acid. A little pinch should do the trick.

What causes bitterness in sauce? ›

Leaf states that this can be due to burning the sauce in the pot or simply dealing with a batch of produce that are overly acidic or metallic from canning or cooking. This can also come from under-ripe or low-quality tomatoes, as well as stirring in a hefty amount of tomato paste, per Boss The Kitchen.

What makes sauce bitter? ›

The sauces can contain citric acid as well; too much citric acid can leave it bitter to the taste. Thinning it out with water, adding sugar may help.

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