Best 6 South American Steak Sauce Recipes

South American steak sauce is a traditional condiment that adds a unique and flavorful twist to grilled meats. Originating from the diverse culinary traditions of countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, this sauce combines various ingredients to create a rich and tangy taste that complements the bold flavors of grilled steaks. From spicy and herbaceous chimichurri to the creamy and aromatic salsa criolla, South American steak sauces offer a range of options to elevate your grilling experience. Whether you prefer a marinade, a dipping sauce, or a finishing touch, this article explores some of the most popular and delectable South American steak sauce recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and bring a taste of South America to your backyard barbecue.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STEAK SAUCE

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The most flavorful homemade Steak Sauce is made with just a handful of simple ingredients and takes only 15 minutes. It tastes so much better than the store-bought steak sauce.

Provided by Cindy

Categories Condiments

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup ketchup
¼ cup water
¼ cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup orange juice
½ cup Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 shallot (sliced)
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ cup sugar (optional, adjust to personal taste)

Steps:

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add all ingredients.
Bring to boil and then let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Have a quick taste-test. Add sugar if you'd like the sauce to be slightly sweeter. Cook the sauce until it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Transfer the sauce to a jar and let it cool before serving

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.87 kcal, Carbohydrate 10.72 g, Protein 0.85 g, Fat 0.28 g, SaturatedFat 0.03 g, Sodium 259.34 mg, Fiber 0.69 g, Sugar 8.08 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SOUTH AMERICAN-STYLE STEAK

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For an authentic South Central American meal, serve this citrus-marinated steak with white rice, pinto beans tossed butter, and a marinated cabbage salad.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories Meat

Time 4h10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 1/2 inches thick rib eye steaks
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 clove garlic, pressed
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
cayenne pepper

Steps:

Place steaks in shallow baking dish.
Pour orange, lemon and lime juices over steaks.
Add garlic and turn steaks to coat.
Marinate steaks, covered, for 4 hours or overnight in refrigerator.
Heat oil in a heavy skillet (I use cast iron) over high heat until almost smoking.
Season with salt& pepper, and cayenne.
Fry steaks until brown on both sides, turning once, about 4 minutes.
Transfer to plates and serve.
You can grill if you prefer.

SOUTH AMERICAN STEAK SAUCE

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Make and share this South American Steak Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories Sauces

Time 10h

Yield 4 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

15 ounces reduced sodium soy sauce
6 ounces tomato paste
6 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
3 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon sage

Steps:

Mix all the above ingredients together.
Quantity of vinegar may be adjusted to attain desired consistency.
Let stand in refrigerator overnight so flavors can blend.
Stir before use, and refrigerate when not in use.
Especially good marinade for steaks and pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 977.8, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 2

SPANISH STEAK

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 tablespoons Spanish paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons ground fennel seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 red bell peppers, grilled, peeled, seeded and chopped (or 6 piquillo peppers, chopped)
1/2 cup aged sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons horseradish, drained
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon molasses
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Brush four 12-ounce boneless rib-eyes or strip steaks with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and rub with Spanish Spice Rub on one side. Grill rub-side down over high heat, 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and grill 5 to 6 more minutes (for medium-rare). Serve with Sherry Vinegar Steak Sauce (recipe below).
Whisk all of the ingredients in a bowl.
Blend all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. If the mixture is too thick to pour, add a few tablespoons of water.

STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE

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Serve up a juicy grilled sirloin with a piquant South American sauce of parsley, oregano, garlic and chilli - and chips, of course

Provided by Good Food team

Categories Dinner, Main course

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

small bunch parsley , roughly chopped
½ tsp oregano , fresh or dried
2 garlic cloves
1 shallot , chopped
½ tsp chilli flakes
2 ½ tbsp olive oil
juice ½ lemon
2 tsp red wine vinegar
2 x 125g rib-eye or sirloin steaks
fries and salad , to serve

Steps:

To make the chimichurri, blitz the parsley, oregano, garlic, shallot and chilli flakes in a food processor or chop very finely by hand. Add 2 tbsp of the olive oil, the lemon juice, vinegar and some seasoning, and pulse to combine everything to a saucy consistency.
Rub the remaining oil and a little seasoning into the steaks. Heat a griddle or frying pan and cook the steaks for 2-3 mins on each side or until done to your liking. Rest for a few mins, then spoon over the sauce and serve with fries and salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

STEAK SAUCE

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This is a steak sauce similar to my favorite brand. Great on steaks, burgers, even fries!

Provided by Ron Shepherd

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 ¼ cups ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
4 drops hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

In a medium bowl, mix together the ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, hot pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 434.4 mg, Sugar 6 g

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, ripe tomatoes, onions, and garlic. If you can, use grass-fed beef for the steak.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add chili peppers, cumin, or other spices to the sauce to taste. You can also use different types of vinegar, such as red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
Let the sauce simmer for a while to allow the flavors to develop. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
Serve the sauce with grilled or roasted steak. You can also use it on chicken, pork, or fish.

Conclusion:

South American steak sauce is a delicious, versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Give it a try the next time you're grilling or roasting steak. You won't be disappointed.