Chimichurri Spice 101

Hello, June! Summer's coming in hot, and this month we're focusing on our Chimichurri Spice. This bold, vibrant blend is the ultimate base for chimichurri sauces and the perfect way to kick off grilling season.

An Argentinian Essential

Chimichurri is a staple sauce in Argentinian cuisine, served with everything from grilled meats to roasted vegetables. Its origin story is a bit of a mystery, with credit given to Irish, English, and Basque immigrants, as well as the local Quechua peoples.

Wherever it came from, one thing’s for sure: Chimichurri is an essential part of Argentinian food culture, found everywhere from family kitchens to street food carts.

Overheard at the Spice Shop

"But ... isn't chimichurri supposed to be green? Why is this blend red?"

Great question! And one we get a lot. The green comes from fresh herbs — parsley, cilantro, or both. Our spice blend isn’t meant to replace those, but to complement them. Think of it as your flavor foundation.

Flank steak featuring our Chimichurri Spice.

Try It, You'll Like It!

Whip up a batch of this delicious condiment with our Chimichurri Spiced Olive Oil recipe.


Whisk together 2 tablespoons Chimichurri Spice, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons Pacific Flake Sea Salt, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil.

Or, simply replace all the dried spices in your favorite chimichurri recipe with an equal amount of Chimichurri Spice and enjoy. 

Tips & Tricks

• Make your chimichurri the night before and let its flavors meld overnight in the fridge — trust us, it’s worth the wait.
  
  
• While it's best known as an accompaniment for steaks, chimichurri is incredibly versatile. We rounded up 15 of our favorite ways to use it.
  
  
• Chimichurri Spice is a mild blend of chiles and spices — try sprinkling it anywhere you’d usually reach for chile flakes for a flavorful twist.