Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to steaks accompanied by the vibrant flavors of chimichurri sauce. Discover the art of selecting the perfect steak cut, ensuring its tenderness and flavor. Learn the techniques for achieving a perfectly cooked steak, whether you prefer a juicy medium-rare or a well-done delight. Explore various chimichurri recipes, ranging from the classic Argentinian version to unique variations infused with herbs, citrus, and even roasted peppers. Unlock the secrets of crafting a flavorful marinade that enhances the steak's natural flavors. Delve into the art of creating a chimichurri sauce that strikes the perfect balance between tanginess, freshness, and herbaceousness, elevating your steak to a symphony of taste.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CHIMICHURRI STEAK
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
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
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
CHIMICHURRI SAUCE FOR STEAKS
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
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
SKIRT STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
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 WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME CHIMICHURRI
Steak gets a flavor kick from chimichurri. This piquant, all-purpose herb sauce is so versatile, it complements most any grilled meat, poultry or fish. -Laureen Pittman, Riverside, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For chimichurri, place the first 5 ingredients in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add oil, vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; process until blended. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Sprinkle steaks with the remaining salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat 5-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with chimichurri.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
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
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 results, use high-quality flank steak or skirt steak.
- Make sure the steak is at room temperature before cooking.
- Season the steak generously with salt and pepper.
- Cook the steak over high heat until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the steak with chimichurri sauce.
- For the chimichurri sauce, use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but reduce the amount by half.
- Taste the chimichurri sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve the chimichurri sauce with grilled steak, chicken, or fish.
Conclusion:
This recipe for grilled flank steak with chimichurri sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The steak is cooked to perfection and the chimichurri sauce is a flavorful and versatile condiment. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight meal.
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