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Chimichurri Marinade

Chimichurri is a staple of Brazilian barbecue and this recipe works wonderfully as either a sauce or a marinade.

Chimichurri Marinade

½ cup roughly chopped parsley

4 cloves garlic, peeled

½ tbsp red pepper flakes

Half lemon, juiced

3 tbsp red wine vinegar

½ cup olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Add parsley, garlic, red pepper, lemon juice and vinegar to a food processor or blender and pulse to blend well. Slowly add in olive oil to create a smooth, vibrant green sauce, remove and chill until ready to use.