When you are looking to take flavors to the next level, this Keto Chimichurri Sauce is just what you are looking for! It is vibrant, fresh and comes together in under 10 minutes. Drizzle it over grilled meats or vegetables, or use it as a marinade. Either way, it is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
I have always loved sauces, so it is no surprise that chimichurri has made an appearance on my dinner table for years.
I've made so many different versions of this South American sauce through the years.
This version is inspired by one that we have enjoyed through the years at our favorite Brazilian Steakhouse.
I like the addition of cilantro, but I realize that not everyone enjoys the flavor. If you are in the hating cilantro camp, simply use additional parsley in its place.
Ingredients
- Parsley and Cilantro: Fresh is a must here! You can play with the proportions of each and even experiment with other fresh herbs.
- White wine vinegar: Lemon juice is also nice here.
- Garlic: Freshly minced garlic will add the most flavor.
- Salt: I recommend fine sea salt, kosher salt, or table salt.
- Cumin: Buy ground cumin or grind cumin seeds.
- Crushed red pepper: Adjust to taste, adding more or less heat as necessary.
- Extra virgin olive oil: Use your favorite olive oil.
What is Chimichurri?
Chimichurris is a South American herb sauce. It is typically served over meat - most often steak.
How to Use Chimichurri
Chimmichurri is perfect paired with steak - I particularly like it with flank steak. It is also fabulous on fajitas, in steak bowls with cauliflower rice, on grilled chicken, and even over fish.
Vegetables also benefit from a drizzle of chimichurri sauce - try it over mushrooms, zucchini noodles, or cauliflower steaks.
Step by Step
Place parsley, cilantro, oregano, white wine vinegar, garlic, salt, cumin, and red pepper in a blender or food processor.
With the motor running, slowly add the oil. Process until smooth.
FAQs
Is Chimichurri Sauce Keto?
Yes. Most all chimichurri sauces are keto unless they have added sugar to them. (Most do not.)
Can This Sauce Be Made Ahead of Time?
Absolutely! I think the flavors are even better after they have had some time to meld in the refrigerator. Keep this Keto Chimichurri Sauce in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Can You Freeze Chimichurri?
You sure can, and it is an excellent strategy if you find yourself with an over-abundance of fresh herbs in the garden or have herbs that are going to go bad before you get a chance to use them.
You can freeze it and any safe freezer container. I like to freeze chimichurri in a large ice cube tray and then transfer to a zip-top freezer bag once it is solid. That way I can pull out just what I need.
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Keto Chimichurri
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Place the parsley, cilantro, oregano, white wine vinegar, garlic, salt, cumin, and red pepper in a high-speed blender or food processor. With the motor running, slowly add the oil. Process until smooth.
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