Are you a food enthusiast looking to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable and juicy dish? Look no further than the Brazilian picanha, a premium cut of meat that promises an extraordinary culinary experience. Indulge in the flavors of this flavorful and versatile cut, whether you prefer the smoky goodness of a grilled picanha or the tender slow-cooked perfection of a braised one. With its rich marbling and distinct flavor profile, the picanha offers a unique taste journey that will leave you craving more. Discover the secrets to selecting the perfect cut, explore a range of mouthwatering recipes, and uncover the culinary magic that awaits you as you embark on your picanha cooking adventure.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CHURRASCARIA-STYLE PICANHA
My version of the favorite item found in a Brazilian churrascaria. Serve with tomato vinaigrette.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Brazilian
Time 1h
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix crushed garlic and salt together in a bowl until combined into a paste.
- Rub garlic paste onto meat until covered. Place into a bowl; cover with lemon juice. Marinate until the meat has absorbed desired flavor, 30 minutes to 4 hours. Remove meat from the lemon juice. Baste with olive oil.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Cook meat on the preheated grill, turning frequently until the outer edges are charred and center is uncooked, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; slice off charred edges, cutting against the grain. Return the uncooked center portion of the meat back to the grill. Cook until the meat begins to firm and is hot and slightly pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 39.1 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 417.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
PICANHA RECIPE | BRAZILIAN CULOTTE STEAKS
Coulotte Steak, aka Picanha is the almighty queen of the Brazilian churrasco! This juicy and tender grilled Picanha recipe will leave your amigos speechless!
Provided by Aline Shaw
Categories Main Course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to 350F.
- In a small bowl, mix the sofrito, the mustard, the dry parsley and a drizzle of olive oil. Set aside.
- Cut the meat the same direction as the fibers into 4 steaks.
- Season the steaks with salt and the lemon pepper, then rub the sofrito mixture on the steaks.
- Add the steaks to the grill, and grill them on all sides to your favorite doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the grill, and let them rest for 5 mins before slicing them.
- While the steaks are resting make the farofa.
- On a stove top melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onions to the pan and sauté until the onions are transparent, about 2 minutes.
- Add the eggs to the pan, and scramble them gently.
- When the eggs are cooked, but still soft, add the cassava and stir.
- Remove the pan from the heat, add the cilantro and stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Slice the steaks across the fibers, and serve with the farofa.
BRAZILIAN PICANHA
Picanha is made from the tri-tip (also known as rump-cap or rump cover) and is considered the best cut of beef available in many South American countries.You can find tri-tip at many butchers or you can pre-order a custom cut. If you go to a Brazilian churrascaria (or steak house) like Boi na Braza, Fogo de Chao, or Texas de Brazil, you will find picanha in abundance. This recipe is from http://honestcooking.com/2012/01/20/picanha-101-brazilian-barbecue-meat/
Provided by McGelby
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pound with a meat mallet salt in a fabric bag; the largest pieces should be like rice.
- If desired combine salt, garlic, and olive oil.
- Score the fatty blanket on the picanha by making criss-crossing cuts into the fatty blanket covering one side of the picanha.
- When preparing a picanha for the skewer cut against the grain. The picanha is a big piece of meat and should be cut again at home before it is grilled. If you'd like to serve it on a big skewer like they do in churrascaria restaurants, cut the picanha in 3 pieces on a angle perpendicular to the fibers running diagonally through the picanha. Then bend these pieces into semicircles, fat-side out, and place them on one large oiled skewer. This allows you to slice off delicatley tender pieces wothout having to remove the picanha from the skewer. You can then rub the exposed surface with more rock salt and grill it some more. Every slice will have that outer, salty, crusty grilled deliciousness of the first slice. This is how they do it in churrascaria restaurants.
- OR When preparing a picanha in steaks cut with the grain. If you don't have the large skewer, you need not fret. You can grill a picanha home-style in thick steaks. This way is not as flashy, but I think the results are superior. When dividing the whole picanha into steaks, cut the meat in the same directions as the fibers. When you slice the grilled steaks to serve you will be slicing across the fibers creating deliciously juicy morsels each with their own little fatty edge.I have on more than one occasion cut the picanha the wrong way and it was still delicious. Like I said, picanhas are really hard to mess up.
- Roll the pieces of picanha in rock salt.
- Grill the steaks fat-side up for a few minutes until a little juice leaks out of the top of the steaks. If you are grilling on the big skewer, both sides are the same, there is no fat-side. Turn the steaks onto their sides to grill for a few more minutes. Finally grill fat-side down moving the steaks away from the hottest part of the fire to avoid over-cooking and to reduce the chance of the fire flaring up from the dripping fat. Grill to your desired doneness. I use the finger poke to know if the meat is done. Try not to puncture the meat when grilling.
- Remove the finished meats and tap them with the side of a knife to knock off any extra rocks of salt. Let the meat rest a few minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.9, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 21220.9, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.1, Protein 0.2
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of meat: Picanha is a specific cut of beef that is known for its tenderness and flavor. Look for a picanha steak that is at least 1 inch thick and has a good amount of marbling.
- Season the picanha steak well: Picanha steak is typically seasoned with a simple combination of salt, pepper, and garlic. You can also add other spices, such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika, to taste.
- Cook the picanha steak over high heat: Picanha steak should be cooked over high heat to quickly sear the outside and keep the inside juicy. You can grill, roast, or pan-fry the picanha steak.
- Rest the picanha steak before slicing: After cooking the picanha steak, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, making it more tender and flavorful.
- Serve the picanha steak with your favorite sides: Picanha steak is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, vegetables, or salad.
Conclusion:
Picanha steak is a delicious and flavorful cut of beef that is perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying. With its tender texture and juicy flavor, picanha steak is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a special cut of beef to cook, be sure to give picanha steak a try.
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