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Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri is a very flavorful Argentinian sauce that is used both to marinate and sauce dishes. There are many different varieties and here is one of my favorites.<br><br> Chimichurri is usually made with culantro, but that can be very hard to find so here I substitute cilantro, which has a similar flavor. You can also use parsley if you prefer.<br><br> The small amount of xanthan gum helps to thicken the sauce slightly and prevent it from breaking, as well as more effectively suspending the herbs. It can be used on grilled steak like a traditional chimichurri but it is also great on chicken or a topping for vegetables.