Best 10 Steak With Chimichurri Sauce Recipes

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**Savor the Exquisite Flavors of Steak with Chimichurri Sauce: A Culinary Journey Through Argentina's Finest**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Argentina with our delectable steak with chimichurri sauce recipe. This classic dish showcases the perfect harmony between tender, juicy steak and the vibrant, herbaceous chimichurri sauce. The article features three variations of this beloved dish: a traditional grilled steak, a flavorful flank steak, and a tantalizing skirt steak. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring success for home cooks of all skill levels. Discover the secrets to achieving a perfectly cooked steak and elevate your meal with the zesty chimichurri sauce, a blend of fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Buenos Aires.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CHIMICHURRI STEAK



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Recipe video above. An essential part of Argentinian cuisine, Chimichurri Sauce is steadily growing in popularly throughout the rest of the world - with good reason! It's fresh, zingy with a bit of a bite, and pairs so perfectly with a simple grilled steak. It's also fantastic with fish, chicken and pork!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Dinner     Sauce

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup parsley leaves (, tightly packed)
1 tbsp oregano leaves (, tightly packed (still lovely without))
4 garlic cloves (, minced)
0 - 2 tsp red pepper flakes ((optional - adjust to taste))
1/4 cup (65 ml) red wine vinegar ((Note 1))
1/2 tsp salt
Black pepper
1/2 cup (125 ml) extra virgin olive oil
700g / 1.4lb flat iron, flank, skirt steak (or other steak of choice, at room temperature (Note 3))
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients except oil in a food processor. Whizz until parsley is finely chopped, but not pureed - see video or photos. Alternatively chop parsley by hand.
  • Transfer into a small bowl. Add oil, gently stir. Set aside for 1 hour before use, overnight is even better!
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within 3 days (Note 3). Makes 3/4 cup.
  • Take steak out of the fridge 30 minutes prior to cooking.
  • Heat BBQ or heavy based skillet with 1 tbsp vegetable or canola oil over high heat until smoking.
  • Sprinkle each side of steak generously with salt and pepper.
  • Add steak and cook to your liking.
  • Cook times: for steak 2cm / 4/5" thick, 2 min on each side for medium rare (until internal temp is 52C/125F, will rise to 54C/130F after resting) OR 2 1/2 min each side for medium (internal temp 57C/135F, will rise to 60C/140F).
  • Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with foil and rest for 5 - 10 minutes.
  • Cut thin slices against the grain (see photo below) and serve with Chimichurri Sauce on the side so people can help themselves.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 183 g, Calories 491 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Sodium 393 mg, Fiber 1 g

FLANK STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce image

The hallmarks to perfect grilled steaks are a great charred crust with some grill marks, seasoning generously and nailing the temperature (doneness). Always consider the thickness of the steak when cooking, knowing the thicker the steak, the longer the cook time (see the Cook's Note below). Chimichurri is a great sauce to know because it belongs to a group of uncooked condiments that touch so many cultures and dishes. If you can make chimichurri, you can make salsa verde and pesto. A rule of thumb is chimichurri is herbal, salsa verde is acidic and pesto is nutty. Choose the right sauce to pair perfectly with your protein or vegetable. Flank steak is a heavily used muscle but will grill amazingly. It's pleasantly chewy with great flavor.

Provided by Jet Tila

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup (60 g) packed fresh parsley
3 tablespoons (8 g) chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 cup (120 ml) olive oil
1/4 cup (60 ml) red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon Maldon sea salt
2 pounds (910 g) flank steak
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
1 large red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch-thick (1.3-cm) rings
Vegetable oil or nonstick cooking spray, for greasing

Steps:

  • Make the chimichurri sauce: Add all the sauce ingredients to a small food processor. Pulse 4 to 6 times, until the herbs are roughly chopped and chunky. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Cook the steak: Pat the flank steak dry with a paper towel. Season generously with salt and a pinch of ground pepper. Place in a medium bowl and drizzle with the olive oil and soy sauce. Add the onion to the bowl and give it all a massage until combined.
  • Heat a grill to high for at least 5 minutes. If using a charcoal or gas grill, wipe the grill grates with a lightly oiled paper towel right before cooking to clean off any char and debris. This will give you a great grill mark and help keep the beef from sticking. Alternatively, place a grill pan over high heat and preheat for at least 5 minutes. Rub a little oil on the pan or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Grill the steak for about 3 minutes, or until well browned on one side. Turn the steak over and add the onion to the grill. Cook for another 2 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 125 degrees F (52 degrees C) for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness (see Cook's Note). You just want the onions slightly charred but still crunchy. Transfer the steak and onions to a cutting board and allow to rest, tented with foil, for 5 minutes. Slice the steak against the grain into 1-inch (2.5-cm) planks. Serve the steak over the onions and drizzle with the chimichurri sauce.

CHIMICHURRI SAUCE FOR STEAKS



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This is a great Argentinean marinade or sauce. Use it on grilled meats, such as T-bone, porterhouse or skirt steak. The sauce is best if used immediately but will keep in the refrigerator for a couple of days.

Provided by Ty Robbins

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup olive oil
¼ cup sherry wine vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the parsley, garlic, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, ground black pepper and cayenne pepper. Mix well, but do not puree.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 296.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SIMPLE SIRLOIN STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI



Simple Sirloin Steak With Chimichurri image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

For the steak:
2 10-to-12-ounce sirloin steaks
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the sauce:
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed through a garlic press
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Prepare the steak: Set the steaks on a cutting board and slice them in half crosswise. Using your knife, round out the clean-cut edges so the sides look softer. Use paper towels to pat the steaks dry, then season all over with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Set aside 15 to 30 minutes to bring to room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, make the chimichurri sauce: Place the cilantro, parsley, onion, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped. Slowly pour in the olive oil and process until the chimichurri is semi-smooth, about 4 seconds. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of each steak with the vegetable oil, then cook, undisturbed, until marked, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook until a thermometer registers 125 degrees F for medium rare, 3 to 5 more minutes. Transfer to plates and let rest 5 minutes. Serve with the chimichurri sauce.

CHIMICHURRI STEAK



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 10h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups grapeseed oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons diced seeded jalapenos
1 teaspoon red chile flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 2 limes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 pounds skirt steak
Roasted carrots and yucca, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the grapeseed oil, parsley, vinegar, jalapenos, chile flakes, garlic, lime juice and 2 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Set aside 1/2 cup of the chimichurri sauce for marinating the steak; reserve the remaining sauce for serving.
  • Tenderize the skirt steak by pounding it lightly. Sprinkle the steak with kosher salt and black pepper, keeping in mind that there is salt and pepper in the marinade. Transfer to a bowl or dish and add the 1/2 cup chimichurri sauce. Marinate, refrigerated, at least 10 hours or overnight.
  • When ready to cook the steak, heat a grill or saute pan to medium heat. Remove the steak from the marinade (discard the marinade). Grill the steak to medium-rare, 4 to 5 minutes per side, or cook to desired temperature or doneness. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing in thin strips on the bias.
  • Put some steak slices on each plate and spoon over the reserved chimichurri. Serve with roasted carrots and roasted yucca or your favorite vegetable and starch. Enjoy!

SKIRT STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h3m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2/3 cup sherry wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced shallots
3/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 (1 3/4 to 2-pound) skirt steak

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the olive oil, sherry vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, basil, oregano, garlic and shallots. Pulse until well blended but do not puree. Add 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the crushed red pepper. Remove 1 cup of the chimichurri sauce from the processor and transfer to a non-reactive bowl, cover with plastic wrap and reserve at room temperature for up to 6 hours. (If cooking steak another day, refrigerate sauce and return to room temperature before serving.)
  • Season the steak with 1 teaspoon of the kosher salt on each side, as well as 1/4 teaspoon of the black pepper per side and place in a large, resealable plastic bag. Add the remaining chimichurri sauce from the processor. Seal bag and refrigerate the steak for at least 2 and up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat a grill to medium heat.
  • Once the steak has finished marinating, remove it from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes. Brush the excess chimichurri sauce off the steak and set the steak over the hot grill. Cook for 6 minutes on the first side. Rotate the steak 45 degrees, and cook another 6 minutes. Turn the steak over and continue to cook until the steak is done, about 6 to 8 minutes for medium-rare. Once cooked, lay the steak on a clean cutting board, and allow it to rest for 5 to 7 minutes before slicing across the grain into 2-inch wide strips. Serve with crusty bread and the reserved chimichurri sauce.

STEAK GAUCHO-STYLE WITH ARGENTINIAN CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



Steak Gaucho-Style with Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce image

Provided by Bob Blumer - Host of Surreal Gourmet and Glutton for Punishment

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup lightly packed chopped parsley (ideally, flat leaf "Italian" parsley)
3 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves (optional)
2 tablespoons shallot or onion, minced
3/4 cup vegetable or olive oil
3 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar, or red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 pounds rib-eye, New York strip, or sirloin steak, 1 1/2 inches thick
2 baguettes, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill.
  • Place all chimichurri sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until well chopped, but not pureed. Reserve.
  • Dissolve cayenne pepper and salt in 1 cup hot water. Transfer to a squeeze container.
  • Place the steak directly over a hot grill, baste with the chimichurri grilling sauce, and grill until the outer portion of the meat reaches the desired degree of doneness. Remove the steak from the grill and slice long strips from the outer edges of the steak. Instruct guests to pick up a steak slice from the cutting board with their fingers, place it on a slice of baguette, and enjoy. Return the remaining steak to the grill, baste, and grill until more of the steak is cooked. Remove and repeat the slicing and serving procedure until steak is consumed. For extra spicy steak, baste 2 or 3 additional times with the cayenne pepper mixture during grilling process. Spoon chimichurri sauce over steak. (Also brilliant on any grilled fish or chicken)
  • Recommended beverage: Argentinian Malbec (red)

STEAKS WITH CHIMICHURRI



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I think steak really is the perfect solution for a quick dinner. First, there's a steak to fit any budget, from pricey filets and rib-eyes (if it's a special dinner) to sirloin and bottom round for a regular weeknight meal. Second, steaks can so easily be changed up with different serving sauces. If you haven't ever tasted the bright-green magic of chimichurri sauce (a South American specialty) spooned over a medium-rare steak...oh, boy. You're in for a treat! I like to pile whole or sliced steaks on a cutting board next to a bowl of chimichurri, then let everyone serve themselves. So fresh and fun.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield as many steaks as you like, with enough sauce for 8 to 10 steaks

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups packed cilantro leaves
2 cups packed flat-leaf parsley leaves
Small handful mint leaves
2 garlic cloves, grated
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
Any steak of your choice: rib-eye, filet, sirloin, and so on, about 1 1/2 inches thick
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • First, make the chimichurri by placing the herbs and garlic into a food processor (or blender). Add the vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Pulse it a few times then continue pulsing while adding 3/4 cup of the olive oil. Keep pulsing until the mixture is pulverized, leaving just a little texture from the herbs. Transfer to a bowl, then cover and refrigerate until you need it (you can make it up to 1 day ahead, though it's best to make it the same day).
  • Season the steak on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. When it's melted and starting to brown, add a steak. Fry until medium rare, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove the steak and let it rest for 3 minutes. (If you're frying more steaks, just add a little more butter and oil to the pan as needed.)
  • Slice the steak. Serve it with the chimichurri on the side.

STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



Steak with Chimichurri Sauce image

Categories     Beef     Citrus     Garlic     Herb     Sauté     Low Carb     Low/No Sugar     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley (from about 1 large bunch)
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper
2 6-ounce beef tenderloin steaks (about 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Place chopped parsley in small metal bowl. Whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and crushed red pepper. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead.) Bring to room temperature before using.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle both sides of steaks with salt and pepper. Add steaks to skillet and cook until desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Slice steaks crosswise and arrange on platter. Spoon chimichurri sauce over and serve.

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

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

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality flank steak or skirt steak.
  • Make sure to marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the steak over high heat to get a nice char on the outside and a juicy, tender inside.
  • Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Serve the steak with chimichurri sauce, grilled vegetables, and your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

This recipe for steak with chimichurri sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The steak is flavorful and juicy, and the chimichurri sauce is the perfect complement. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy steak recipe, give this one a try!

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