Green Chile Chimichurri

Ingredients

• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons minced oregano
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the jalapeño, cilantro, oregano, and garlic.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the olive oil mixture into the jalapeño mixture and stir to combine.
4. Serve the chimichurri sauce over your favorite dishes.

Interesting Facts

• Chimichurri is a type of sauce that originated in Argentina.
• The name "chimichurri" is believed to be derived from the Basque word "tximitxurri," which means "a mixture of several things in no particular order."
• The traditional version of chimichurri is made with parsley, garlic, oregano, olive oil, and vinegar.