How to Make Chimichurri Sauce from Scratch (Easy, Bold & Ready in 5 Minutes)

Learning how to make chimichurri sauce at home has never been easier — and with Chimi Boss Blends Original Chimichurri Dry Blend you can have bold, authentic Argentinian chimichurri sauce ready in just 5 minutes with zero chopping, zero measuring individual spices, and zero guesswork. Just mix, stir, and drizzle over everything.

Chimichurri sauce is one of the most versatile and beloved condiments in the world. Originating from Argentina and Uruguay it is a bright, herbaceous sauce made with fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and spices that adds incredible bold flavor to steak, chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, eggs, and virtually everything else you put it on. Making chimichurri from scratch traditionally requires fresh herbs, a knife, and a cutting board — but with Chimi Boss Blends Original Chimichurri Dry Blend you get all of that authentic Argentinian flavor instantly with just three simple ingredients.

This is the fastest, boldest, most foolproof chimichurri sauce recipe you will ever make. 5 minutes. 3 ingredients. Infinite uses.

What is Chimichurri Sauce?

Chimichurri sauce is a classic Argentinian and Uruguayan condiment made with fresh herbs — primarily flat-leaf parsley — garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and spices. It is uncooked, incredibly fresh tasting, and served at room temperature over hot grilled meats, vegetables, and everything in between.

Chimichurri comes in two main varieties — chimichurri Verde (green chimichurri) which is the classic herb-forward version, and chimichurri rojo (red chimichurri) which includes smoked paprika and red peppers for a bolder, smokier flavor. Both are incredible and both can be made instantly using Chimi Boss Blends dry blends.

Why Use Chimichurri Dry Blend Instead of Fresh Herbs?

Traditional chimichurri requires buying fresh parsley, fresh garlic, fresh oregano, and measuring everything precisely. Chimi Boss Blends Original Chimichurri Dry Blend gives you all of that authentic flavor already perfectly balanced in one jar — ready to activate in seconds with olive oil and red wine vinegar.

• No chopping required — the herbs are already dried and ground to the perfect texture
- Perfectly balanced every time — no guessing on ratios of herbs to garlic to spice
- Ready in 5 minutes — mix and it is done
- Longer shelf life — fresh chimichurri lasts 3-4 days, the dry blend lasts months
- More versatile — use as a dry rub OR activate as a sauce

Ingredients

Basic Chimichurri Sauce (Serves 4-6)

3 tablespoons Chimi Boss Blends Original Chimichurri Dry Blend
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional but recommended)
2 tablespoons warm water
Salt to taste

How to Make Chimichurri Sauce

1) Combine the Ingredients

In a small bowl combine Chimi Boss Blends Original Chimichurri Dry Blend, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and warm water. The warm water helps rehydrate the dried herbs and brings the chimichurri back to a texture very close to fresh-made sauce.

2) Stir and Rest

Stir everything together until fully combined. Let the chimichurri sauce rest for at least 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving. This resting time allows the dried herbs to rehydrate and the flavors to meld together beautifully. The longer it rests the more the garlic and herbs bloom and the bolder the flavor becomes.

3) Taste and Adjust

Taste the chimichurri and adjust to your preference. Want more acidity? Add another splash of red wine vinegar. Want more herb flavor? Add another teaspoon of dry blend. Want it looser? Add a little more olive oil. The beauty of making chimichurri from the dry blend is how easy it is to customize to your exact taste.

4) Drizzle Over Everything

Serve the chimichurri sauce immediately at room temperature over grilled steak, chicken, shrimp, roasted vegetables, rice bowls, eggs, or crusty bread. The bright herb and garlic flavor elevates everything it touches.

Chimichurri Sauce Ratios — Quick Reference

Here are different ratio options depending on how you want to use your chimichurri:

• For drizzling over meat — 3 tbsp dry blend + 4 tbsp olive oil + 2 tbsp red wine vinegar + 2 tbsp warm water
- For a marinade — 3 tbsp dry blend + 5 tbsp olive oil + 2 tbsp red wine vinegar + juice of 1 lemon
- For a dipping sauce — 2 tbsp dry blend + 3 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp red wine vinegar + 1 tbsp warm water (thicker consistency)
- For a salad dressing — 2 tbsp dry blend + 4 tbsp olive oil + 3 tbsp red wine vinegar + 1 tbsp honey

10 Ways to Use Chimichurri Sauce

Once you have your chimichurri sauce ready the uses are virtually endless:

1. Drizzle over grilled steak — the classic Argentinian combination
2. Marinate chicken thighs — bold herb flavor all the way through
3. Toss with grilled shrimp skewers — bright and fresh
4. Drizzle over roasted potatoes — try our Chimichurri Roasted Potatoes
5. Build a chimichurri rice bowl — try our Chimichurri Rice Bowl
6. Spoon over fried or poached eggs — game changing breakfast
7. Use as a pizza sauce — bold herby base for grilled pizza
8. Toss with roasted cauliflower steaks — try our Chimichurri Cauliflower Steaks
9. Mix into mayonnaise — for a bold chimichurri aioli
10. Serve with warm crusty bread — as a dipping sauce

How to Make Spicy Chimichurri Sauce

Want to kick up the heat? Swap the Original Chimichurri Dry Blend for Chimi Boss Blends Infierno Chimichurri Dry Blend and follow the exact same recipe. The Infierno blend adds bold chili heat and smoky depth alongside the classic herb and garlic flavor for a spicy chimichurri that is absolutely incredible on steak, shrimp, and roasted vegetables.

Storage Tips

Store homemade chimichurri sauce in a sealed glass jar in the fridge for up to 5 days. The olive oil may solidify slightly when cold — this is completely normal. Just let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving and stir to recombine. The flavor actually gets better after 24 hours as the herbs and garlic continue to bloom in the olive oil.

Make It Even Better with Chimi Boss Blends

Chimi Boss Blends Original Chimichurri Dry Blend is small-batch, all-natural, and packed with bold Argentinian herbs and garlic — no fillers, no artificial flavors, no preservatives. One jar makes dozens of batches of fresh chimichurri sauce whenever you need it.

Try it as: a dry rub on steak, a marinade for chicken, a sauce for shrimp, a dressing for grain bowls, and a dip for crusty bread.

Did you know Chimi Boss Blends Authentic Chimichurri Sauce was rated Best Chimichurri Sauce by Sporked.com with a 9/10 — beating every other store-bought chimichurri tested?

Love chimichurri flavor Try these other bold recipes — Chimichurri Steak, Chimichurri Marinade, and Chimichurri Rice Bowl.