Churrasco Argentine Grilled Meat Marinade

Elevate your grilling game with this bold and flavorful Churrasco Argentine Grilled Meat Marinade—a must-try for lovers of vibrant South American cuisine! Crafted with a blend of extra virgin olive oil, tangy red wine vinegar, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this marinade is infused with finely chopped parsley and oregano for a fresh, herbal boost. A hint of smoked paprika, crushed red chili flakes, and ground cumin adds a warm, aromatic depth, while minced garlic ties it all together for a savory finish. Perfect for steak, chicken, or pork, this easy-to-make marinade takes just 10 minutes to prepare and works its magic overnight, ensuring every bite of your grilled meat is tender, juicy, and packed with zesty flavor. Whether you're preparing for a barbecue or a weeknight dinner, this Argentine-inspired marinade will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Buenos Aires.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
• 4 cloves fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Whisk thoroughly to blend the liquids.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chopped oregano to the bowl. Stir well to incorporate the fresh herbs.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the paprika, crushed red chili flakes, ground cumin, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Finally, pour in the water and whisk again to achieve a slightly thinner consistency for the marinade.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a pinch more salt, pepper, or chili flakes according to your preference.

Step 6

Place your choice of meat (such as steak, chicken, or pork) in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 7

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, for maximum flavor.

Step 8

When ready to cook, remove the meat from the marinade and grill over medium-high heat until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Discard any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(378.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1057.3

Total Fat 113.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 668.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 2.9g
Protein 5.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 345.2mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 1337.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 91.8%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 6.2%