Are you looking for a flavorful and versatile sauce to elevate your steak? Look no further than chimichurri, a vibrant and aromatic condiment that originated in Uruguay and Argentina. This tantalizing sauce is made with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and oregano, along with garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. With its tangy, herbaceous flavor, chimichurri is the perfect complement to grilled or roasted steak, adding a burst of freshness and Latin American flair to your dish. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a home cook looking to impress your dinner guests, this article will guide you through the process of creating the ultimate chimichurri steak topper, transforming your steak into a culinary masterpiece.
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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
CHIMICHURRI STEAK
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 10h25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
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!
STEAKS WITH CHIMICHURRI
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
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.
CHIMICHURRI STEAK SAUCE
This classic South American steak condiment called chimichurri is perfect for any meat or to dress a salad (think steak salad).
Provided by elizabethanderson1
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, cilantro, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a blender. Puree until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 292.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
STEAKHOUSE STRIP STEAKS WITH CHIMICHURRI
Chilies and lime juice give this version of chimichurri sauce a zesty Southwest flair that's dynamite with cumin-rubbed steaks. You've got to try the thick herb sauce with salmon, too! -Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Brush steaks with oil. Combine the cumin, salt and pepper. Rub over steaks; set aside., In a large skillet, saute onions and garlic in 2 tablespoons oil until tender. Cool slightly., In a food processor, combine the onion mixture, herbs, chilies, salt and pepper; cover and process until finely chopped. Add broth and lime juice. While processing, gradually add remaining oil in a steady stream., Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Serve with chimichurri and lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Fat 31g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 911mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 50g 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
STEAK AND CHIMICHURRI TOASTS
Categories Beef Garlic Appetizer Bake Broil Cocktail Party Summer Winter Parsley Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 40
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Blend parsley, 3/4 cup olive oil, vinegar, oregano, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper in processor until smooth. Place meat in large glass baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brush meat with 2 tablespoons chimichurri sauce. Cover steaks and remaining sauce separately and refrigerate at least 1 hour. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Place bread slices on large baking sheet. Brush with olive oil. Bake until just firm, about 5 minutes. Transfer to large platter.
- Preheat broiler. Transfer meat to rimmed baking sheet and broil until cooked to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium. Transfer to cutting board. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut each steak along grain in half. Cut each half crosswise against grain into 10 slices. Top each bread slice with 1 piece of meat. Spread each with some chimichurri sauce; place on platter. Spoon remaining sauce into small bowl and place in center of platter. Serve warm or let stand up to 2 hours at room temperature.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh herbs for the chimichurri sauce. Cilantro, parsley, and oregano are all great options.
- You can adjust the spiciness of the chimichurri sauce by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
- If you don't have time to make chimichurri sauce from scratch, you can use a store-bought version.
- Be sure to season the steak generously with salt and pepper before cooking.
- Cook the steak to your desired doneness. For a medium-rare steak, cook for about 5 minutes per side.
- Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Serve the steak with the chimichurri sauce on top.
Conclusion:
Chimichurri steak is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chimichurri sauce is a flavorful and versatile condiment that can also be used on chicken, fish, or vegetables. With its bold flavors and simple preparation, chimichurri steak is sure to become a favorite in your household.
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