Chimichurri

Ingredients

• 100 ml olive oil
• 50 ml white wine vinegar
• 50 ml water
• 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley
• 1 medium onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp sea salt flakes
• 1 tsp ground black pepper

Steps

1. Combine all the ingredients except the oil, vinegar and water in a large bowl.
2. Mix together well, ensuring all the herbs and spices (especially the salt) are distributed evenly.
3. Allow to rest for 30 minutes.
4. Bring the vinegar and water to the boil.
5. Add to the other ingredients.
6. Mix well.
7. This helps to soften the taste of the onion and garlic.
8. Allow to rest for 30 minutes.
9. Add the oil.
10. Mix well.
11. If the liquid part doesn't cover the ingredients add oil water and vinegar in a 2:1:1 ratio to cover them.
12. Transfer to an air-tight container.
13. Refrigerate overnight at least, or better, for a few days.
14. When needed, remove from refrigerator about 30 minutes ahead of time to allow the oil to thin out again.
15. Stir well.
16. Serve.