Description
Chimichurri garlic bread delivers a zesty Argentine-inspired twist on classic comfort food. Herbal green sauce mingles with crispy toasted bread, creating a mouthwatering side dish that will elevate any meal and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
herbs and greens:
- ⅓ cup parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 to 2 red chilis, seeds and stem removed, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
seasonings and liquids:
- ¾ cup (177 milliliters) olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 milliliters) red vinegar or lemon and lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, finely minced
bread and cheese:
- 1 16-ounce (454 grams) French bread loaf
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the chimichurri sauce by finely chopping parsley, cilantro, and red chili, then combining with minced garlic, oregano, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Allow the chimichurri to rest and develop deeper flavors for at least 30 minutes, giving the herbs time to infuse their essence into the oil.
- Slice the French bread lengthwise, creating two long halves, and position them on a parchment-lined baking sheet with the cut sides facing upward.
- Generously spread the vibrant chimichurri sauce across the bread’s surface, ensuring an even coating that captures the herb’s aromatic qualities.
- Sprinkle a layer of grated parmesan cheese, followed by a generous helping of shredded mozzarella, creating a rich and melty cheese topping.
- Position the baking sheet under the broiler, keeping a close watch to prevent burning, and cook until the cheese becomes gloriously golden and bubbling with crispy edges.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a brief moment before slicing into triangular or rectangular portions, ready to be devoured while still warm and fragrant.
Notes
- Quick and zesty chimichurri sauce elevates this garlic bread from ordinary to extraordinary with bold, fresh herb flavors.
- Letting the chimichurri sit for 30 minutes before using intensifies the herb and garlic taste, creating a more complex and robust profile.
- Spreading chimichurri sparingly prevents the bread from becoming overly greasy while maintaining rich, herbaceous notes.
- Broiling requires constant attention to prevent burning, so keep a close eye on the bread during the 5-8 minute cooking time.
- Mixing different cheeses like parmesan and mozzarella adds depth and creates a perfectly melty, golden-brown topping.
- Optional bread end trimming ensures a more uniform and visually appealing presentation of the final dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg