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Chimichurri Steak

A delightful Argentine-inspired dish featuring juicy steak paired with vibrant chimichurri sauce, perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Argentinian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chimichurri Sauce

  • 1 cup parsley leaves (tightly packed)
  • 1 tbsp oregano leaves (tightly packed) optional
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 0–2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional – adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar Note 1
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • black pepper
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

For the Steak

  • 700 g flat iron, flank, skirt steak (or other steak of choice, at room temperature) Note 3
  • salt and pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation of Chimichurri Sauce

  • Place all ingredients except olive oil in a food processor. Whizz until the parsley is finely chopped but not pureed. Alternatively, chop parsley by hand.
  • Transfer to a small bowl, add olive oil, and 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. Makes about 3/4 cup.

Cooking the Steak

  • Take the 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.
  • Generously sprinkle each side of the steak with salt and pepper.
  • Add steak to the skillet and cook to your liking; for medium rare, cook for 2 minutes on each side (internal temperature of 52C/125F, will rise to 54C/130F after resting); for medium, cook for 2.5 minutes on each side (internal temperature of 57C/135F, will rise to 60C/140F).
  • Transfer steak to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Cut into thin slices against the grain and serve with Chimichurri Sauce on the side.

Notes

Let the steak come to room temperature before cooking for even cooking. Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your heat preference. Chimichurri sauce can be made a day ahead.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
Keyword Chimichurri Sauce, Chimichurri Steak, Grilling, Steak Recipe, Summer BBQ
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