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Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well and let sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the finely chopped parsley, minced garlic, dried oregano","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F (204°C)). Butterfly the chorizo sausages by slicing them lengthwise almost all the way through, so they open like a book.","group":"Cooking","title":"Preheat your grill","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Place the sausages on the grill. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are fully cooked through and have a nice charred exterior.","group":"Cooking","title":"Place the sausages","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"While the sausages are finishing, slice the bread rolls lengthwise and place them on the grill for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.","group":"Cooking","title":"Slice the bread rolls lengthwise","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Place one grilled sausage into each roll. Spoon a generous amount of chimichurri sauce over the sausage and serve immediately.","group":"Assembly","title":"Place one grilled sausage","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"For the most authentic flavor, use fresh (raw) chorizo rather than the cured variety. If you can't find Argentine-style chorizo, a mild Italian sausage works well. Letting the chimichurri sit for 20 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld beautifully.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Argentine"]},"course":["main","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["grill"],"equipment":["Grill","Mixing bowl","Knife"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"sandwich","note":""},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The chimichurri can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover sausages and chimichurri separately in airtight containers in the fridge. 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