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Pan-Seared Filet With Chimichurri Sauce

A good friend of mine from college loves Chimichurri sauce.  The last time we were together, she ordered it as a side to a dish that didn’t come with it.  That didn’t matter, it just worked.  I have always loved this simple sauce myself, when made right, but had forgotten about it over the years. That’s what friends are for, reminding you about good things you’ve forgotten.

Chimichurri (or Chimmichuurias it’s sometimes written) is an uncooked Argentinian sauce that is typically served with grilled meat.  Chimichurri sauce is considered an essential part of Argentinean cuisine.  A bowl of this vibrant sauce is a “go-to condiment” often found on every dinner table. Diners are more likely to be familiar with the green version, “Chimichurri verde.” But there is also a red vision of “Chimichurri rojo“.  I prefer the green versions. This is one of the easiest sauces one can make, and it is bursting with flavor.

The basic ingredients are simple: parsley, garlic, oil, vinegar, oregano, red pepper flakes and salt.  There is nothing fancy about it.  But if you ask me, it is a fantastic sauce and a great way to make beef filet extraordinary. But like my dear friend taught me, don’t limit yourself to eating this with steak. Chimichurri sauce also goes well with grilled chicken, fish, and shrimp. I paired this sauce with an easy pan-seared filet.

Some folks have asked me about cooking filet inside as opposed to on an outdoor grill.  It takes a bit of practice cooking the filet just right, but I love this easy go-to option–which makes this recipe a quick weekday meal for my family.

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About the Author

Andrea Potischman

I am a professionally trained NYC chef turned CA mom and food blogger. I post about real food, with doable ingredient lists that are family friendly.

2 thoughts on "Pan-Seared Filet With Chimichurri Sauce"

  1. Avatar photo tracy carlson says:

    This chimichurri sauce is delicious!! So good with the filet but ended up putting it on shrimp and dipping our bread in it!!

    1. Nice. Thanks for sharing this Tracy, so glad you liked it!

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