Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Argentina? If so, let's delve into the art of preparing the delectable "churrasco" - a grilled meat marinade that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. In this article, we will explore the authentic flavors of Argentina by providing you with a comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect "churrasco" marinade. From selecting the finest cuts of meat to understanding the intricate balance of spices and herbs, we will unveil the secrets that make this dish truly exceptional. So, prepare your palate for an explosion of flavors as we unravel the art of creating an unforgettable "churrasco" experience.
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ARGENTINIAN-STYLE BEEF WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Whether used as a marinade or as a sauce, a versatile chimichurri complements most any grilled fish, chicken, or meat.
Categories Beef Garlic Onion Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Beef Tenderloin Spice Bell Pepper Fall Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Cilantro Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Stir together all ingredients for beef with 1 1/2 teaspoons each of salt and pepper. Marinate, covered and chilled, 4 hours.
- Meanwhile, stir together all chimichurri ingredients with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and let stand at least 2 hours.
- Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas); see grilling procedure. Remove beef from marinade and rub off excess (discard marinade).
- Skewer beef, leaving about 1/2 inch between pieces. Oil grill rack, then grill (covered if using a gas grill), turning occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes for medium-rare. Serve beef with chimichurri sauce.
CHURRASCO SKIRT STEAK CUBAN-STYLE WITH MARINADE RECIPE RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by kbartell
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Mojo Marinade To make the marinade: Mash garlic, salt, and peppercorns into a paste, using a mortar and pestle. Stir in sour orange juice, onion, and oregano. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or longer. Whisk the garlic-orange juice mixture with the olive oil until well blended. Preparing the Meat Preparing the meat is very easy. Place the meat in a large bowl or pan. Add enough mojo marinade to cover the meat. Place a cover over the bowl or pan and place in the refrigerator a minimum of five hours, but preferably overnight. Chimichurri Sauce While your meat is marinating, make the sauce. We like to make it the easy way. Put everything except the olive oil in a blender and using the "chop" setting, click on and off until you have a thick mixture. Do not over process! This is the kind of dish you need to taste and adjust so that you get just the right flavor! So taste it! (The best way to taste it is with a piece of bread.) Whisk in the olive oil. (If you use the blender to incorporate the oil, the oil and liquids will emulsify, giving your chimichurri a white, paste-like texture.) Add salt, pepper, more vinegar and lime juice as needed. The flavor should be very intense with garlic and cilantro. Don't be stingy with the salt either! Grilling the Meat Grill the marinated steaks outdoors on the barbecue. (Make sure your coals are hot and white!) You can cook them however you like your steak -- from rare to well done. However, the rarer the meat, the more tender and flavorful! Serve the meat with the chimichurri sauce -- it tastes great!
ARGENTINE MARINADE FOR CHICKEN OR SEAFOOD
Provided by Food Network
Time 10m
Yield about 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Steep saffron in lemon juice for 5 minutes. Combine all ingredients and keep covered.
CHURRASCO STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Time P1DT35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the marinade: In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the grapeseed oil, garlic, onions, oregano and orange juice. Add the steaks and marinate for 24 hours in the refrigerator to flavor and tenderize the meat.
- For the chimichurri: In a bowl, combine the garlic, lime zest and juice, cilantro, parsley, oregano, vinegar, chile flakes, olive oil and some salt and pepper. Mix well, then cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to bloom.
- Lightly sprinkle the steaks with salt and pepper and place them on a very hot grill for 3 minutes on each side. Remove the steaks to a plate to rest. Top with butter and lime juice to build flavor.
- Plate each steak with 1 cup of the white rice; spoon some chimichurri over the steaks. Serve with the remaining chimichurri on the side.
TENDER JUICY SKIRT STEAK (CHURRASCO)
Ever wondered how to get a well-cooked, juicy piece of meat, without butterflying it or cutting down the middle to see if it's done and has a good color? Here you go! Serve with steamed veggies, mashed potatoes, salad, rice, or whatever you fancy.
Provided by Sweetie_12
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Brazilian
Time 8h58m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk garlic, balsamic vinegar, grill seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add steak and toss to evenly coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling; add meat. Cook uncovered until liquids have drained from the steak, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; cover.
- Cook steak for 15 minutes; uncover and flip. Add water to the skillet as needed to keep steak moist. Continue cooking until slightly firm, hot, and lightly pink in the center, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Transfer meat to serving plate; reserve liquid in the skillet.
- Place onion in the skillet with reserved liquids; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add mushrooms. Cook and stir until mushrooms are warmed through, about 5 minutes. Pour onion mixture over steak.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 25.2 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1039.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
FRANGO CHURRASCO (GRILLED LEMON & GARLIC CHICKEN)
Light up the grill and throw on this Brazilian-inspired barbecued chicken with a piri-piri, paprika and coriander marinade
Provided by Jennifer Joyce
Categories Main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the chicken in a shallow, non-metallic dish and cover with all the other ingredients and mix everything together. Cover and chill for at least 2 hrs, or overnight if possible. Bring to room temperature 1 hr before grilling.
- Thread half the thighs onto 2 large metal skewers, or wooden ones soaked in water for 10 mins. Repeat with the remaining thighs and another 2 skewers. Heat an outdoor barbecue until very hot, or use an oven grill. Place on the grill for 6 mins on one side, then turn over and cook for 4 mins. Cook for a few mins more on each side if they are large - keep the heat on medium so they don't burn. Remove and keep warm under foil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium
PORK TENDERLOIN CHURRASCO
Provided by Douglas Rodriguez
Categories Pork Marinate Backyard BBQ Dinner Pork Tenderloin Grill Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine oil and paprika in heavy small saucepan. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes to infuse oil, whisking occasionally. Cool to room temperature.
- Pour oil mixture into blender. Add garlic, thyme leaves, rosemary, salt, and pepper; blend marinade until herbs are finely chopped.
- Cut each pork tenderloin lengthwise into 4 strips. Place each strip between sheets of waxed paper and pound to 1/3-inch thickness. Arrange pork strips in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Pour marinade over and turn to coat pork evenly. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 6 hours.
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Scrape off most of marinade from pork strips. Grill pork until just cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
- Arrange 2 pork strips on each of 4 plates. Spoon pineapple salsa atop pork.
- *Available from Tienda.com (888-472-1022; tienda.com).
ARGENTINE MARINADE
Make and share this Argentine Marinade recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LikeItLoveIt
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- An Argentine asado or barbecue is not authentic without this delicious marinade called chimichuri.
- it is similar to a multi spiced vinaigrette and is given an earthier tone with the addition of saffron.
- I serve this with poultry or shellfish and brush it on top of garlic bread before toasting.
- Powder threads and steep in lemon juice for 20 minutes.
- Combine all ingredients with whisk and store in covered jar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.4, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 2.4, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 0.3
Tips:
- Choose high-quality meat: The best cuts of meat for churrasco are those that are well-marbled and have a good amount of fat. This will help to keep the meat moist and flavorful during grilling.
- Prepare the marinade ahead of time: The marinade for churrasco is typically made with a combination of olive oil, garlic, parsley, and other herbs and spices. It's best to let the meat marinate for at least several hours, or even overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate.
- Grill the meat over high heat: Churrasco is traditionally grilled over a charcoal fire, but you can also use a gas grill or even a grill pan. The high heat will help to sear the meat and lock in the juices.
- Don't overcook the meat: Churrasco is best when it is cooked to a medium-rare or medium doneness. Overcooked meat will be tough and dry.
- Serve with chimichurri sauce: Chimichurri sauce is a traditional Argentinian sauce made with parsley, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. It is the perfect accompaniment to churrasco.
Conclusion:
Churrasco is a delicious and flavorful grilled meat dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple marinade and high-heat grilling, churrasco is a great way to enjoy the taste of Argentina. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give churrasco a try. You won't be disappointed!
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