Prepare to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Argentinian cuisine with our guide to crafting the perfect gaucho-style grilled steak accompanied by a vibrant chimichurri sauce. This traditional dish, often associated with the legendary cowboys of the Pampas, known as gauchos, embodies the essence of rustic, open-fire cooking. We'll take you through the essential steps, from selecting the finest cut of steak to mastering the art of grilling over an open flame, ensuring a succulent, smoky flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. We'll also reveal the secrets behind the quintessential chimichurri sauce, a herbaceous and tangy condiment that elevates the steak to new heights. So, gather your ingredients, ignite the grill, and let's embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we explore the art of creating an unforgettable gaucho grilled steak with chimichurri sauce.
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STEAK GAUCHO-STYLE WITH ARGENTINIAN CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Provided by Bob Blumer - Host of Surreal Gourmet and Glutton for Punishment
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat a grill.
- Place all chimichurri sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse until well chopped, but not pureed. Reserve.
- Dissolve cayenne pepper and salt in 1 cup hot water. Transfer to a squeeze container.
- Place the steak directly over a hot grill, baste with the chimichurri grilling sauce, and grill until the outer portion of the meat reaches the desired degree of doneness. Remove the steak from the grill and slice long strips from the outer edges of the steak. Instruct guests to pick up a steak slice from the cutting board with their fingers, place it on a slice of baguette, and enjoy. Return the remaining steak to the grill, baste, and grill until more of the steak is cooked. Remove and repeat the slicing and serving procedure until steak is consumed. For extra spicy steak, baste 2 or 3 additional times with the cayenne pepper mixture during grilling process. Spoon chimichurri sauce over steak. (Also brilliant on any grilled fish or chicken)
- Recommended beverage: Argentinian Malbec (red)
GAUCHO STEAK WITH 4-HERB CHIMICHURRI
Steps:
- For the steak:
- Combine all ingredients, and let steak marinate, refrigerated, for 1 to 3 hours.
- Heat grill or pan to high heat, cook skirt steak to medium-rare, let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, then cut on bias in 1/4 inch pieces, and top with chimichuri sauce.
- 4-herb chimichurri:
- Mix all ingredients lightly in food processor until a coarse sauce is formed. Set aside for 2 hours.
GRILLED GAUCHO STEAK WITH 4-HERB CHIMICHURRI
Put a Mexican twist on your grilled steak with this herb-infused chimichurri sauce recipe from Guy Fieri.
Categories grill chimichurri steak guy fieri
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the steak: Combine all ingredients, and let steak marinate, refrigerated, for 1 to 3 hours.
- For the 4-herb chimichurri: Mix all ingredients lightly in food processor until a coarse sauce is formed. Set aside for 2 hours.
- Heat grill or pan to high heat, cook skirt steak to medium-rare. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes then cut on bias in 1/4-inch pieces, and top with chimichurri sauce.
GRILLED GAUCHO STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 33m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill.
- Lightly brush the onion slices with olive oil. Place on the grill and cook about 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a platter and reserve. Place the steaks on the grill. Baste a couple of times with Chili Water and cook until done, about 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Transfer to a platter.
- Lightly brush the pita bread with olive oil and grill for 1 minute to heat through.
- Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch slices and then cut the slices in half. Lay out the pita bread on 2 sheet pans and crumble the blue cheese on top. Transfer to the oven to keep warm. Slice the meat lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices and put into a bowl. Toss the meat with 1/2 cup Chimichurri Sauce. Remove the pita from the oven and divide the meat between them. Place the sliced tomatoes on the side of the meat and top all with rings of grilled onion. Spoon the remaining 1 teaspoon of Chimichurri Sauce over top and serve.
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Place the parsley, bay leaves, garlic, paprika, oregano, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until combined. Put the sauce in a glass or plastic container, using as needed. Chimichurri will last for up to 1 month, refrigerated.
GAUCHO STEAKS WITH CHIMICHURRI VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- For the chimichurri vinaigrette: Mix the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, cilantro, hoja sante if using, oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Add the parsley just before serving. Makes about 3/4 cup.
- For the steaks: Using tongs, roast the chiles over a stove top flame, rotating so the chiles blacken evenly on all sides, 3 to 5 minutes. (Alternatively, place on a pan under the broiler and broil a few minutes each side until blackened.) Place the chiles in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let stand for 10 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel the charred skin. Stem and seed the chiles and slice into thin strips. Set aside.
- In the olive oil, slowly cook the garlic in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cloves are fragrant and have softened, about 10 minutes. When cool, cut into thin slices, or you can also leave whole.
- Lay the steaks flat on a work surface. Make 3 incisions in each steak parallel to the work surface to create pockets. Stuff each with roasted chiles and garlic. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
- Grill the steaks over medium-high heat to the desired doneness, about 5 minutes on each side. Serve with the chimichurri vinaigrette.
GAUCHO STEAK WITH 4-HERB CHIMICHURRI - GUY'S BIG BITE
I love to try different variations of chimichurri, found this recipe on www.foodtv.com. Cannot wait to try it.
Provided by Cristina Barry
Categories Steak
Time 2h40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For the steak:.
- Combine all ingredients, and let steak marinate, refrigerated, for 1 to 3 hours.
- Heat grill or pan to high heat, cook skirt steak to medium-rare, let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, then cut on bias in 1/4 inch pieces, and top with chimichuri sauce.
- For 4-herb chimichurri:
- Mix all ingredients lightly in food processor until a coarse sauce is formed.
- Set aside for 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.7, Fat 30.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 100.3, Sodium 1007.2, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 46.4
GAUCHO STEAK
This recipe contains a flavorful and simple technique for grilling beef steak, which also works well on pork ribs. The result is savory, juicy meat.
Provided by Northwest Lynnie
Categories Steak
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir the hot water, salt, and cayenne pepper together and let stand, covered.
- Bring steaks to room temperature.
- Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Grill steaks over direct heat, basting each side twice with a small spoonful of the pepper mixture during grilling.
- Cook the steaks for about 10 minutes per side, depending on their thickness, the heat of your flame, and your preference for degree of doneness.
- I prefer to grill with charcoal for its added flavor.
GAUCHO GRILLED STEAKS WITH MINT CHIMICHURRI
Bring the Barbecue a little closer and cook tableside, even put on a little chef show if you want!! The food can be served hot off the grill and , more importantly, you can enjoy the evening with your guests rather than hidden awau in the kitchen.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories Steak
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Blend together the spices usng a mortar and pestle, crushing the coriander seeds. Transfer to a sealed container and set aside until needed.
- Rub the steaks with the spice mixture all over, working it well into the meat. Set them on a plate, wrap them with plastic and let sit for 20-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the parsley, mint, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, 1 teaspoons of the blended spices, and salt in a food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer to a container, cover and refrigerate until needed.
- When you are ready to eat, preheat your grill at medium-high with the lid closed until it is really cooking +/- 10 minutes. Rub the steak all over with the canola oil, set them on the clean, hot grill and don't touch them. Cook for 2 minutes, turn them 90 degrees and let them cook for another 2 minutes. Flip them over and repeat. (a little longer, if you prefer medium to well done).
- Transfer the steaks to a clean plate and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving with the mint chimichurri sauce.
- (The spicy Gaucho Rub and cooling Mint Chimichurri play perfectly off one another, like fire and ice. Remember, the longer you let the Gaucho Spice Rub work it's magic on the steaks, the more flavorful they become. Also, because cold temperatures dulls flavors, serve the mint chimichurri at room temperature for maximum efffect).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 839.9, Fat 74.9, SaturatedFat 21.9, Cholesterol 134.9, Sodium 567.5, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 36.3
GRILLED STEAK WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE
From Jewish Living Magazine, December, 2007. "Chimichurri is an Argentinian garlic-herb sauce that pairs perfectly with grilled meats. It's easy to prepare, and any leftover sauce is excellent on chicken or a burger." Note- the sauce may be made up to one week ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator in a sealed container. Just bring to room temperature before serving. I have this copied here for safe keeping but haven't tried it yet.
Provided by Oolala
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, score the meat in a crisscross pattern, 6-8 times per side.
- The cuts should be shallow, no more than 1/4 inch deep.
- Place meat in a 9x13-inch baking dish and drizzle 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar and 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over the meat and let this marinate while you prepare the sauce.
- To prepare the sauce, combine remaining vinegar and oil, parsley, garlic, shallot, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and the pepper in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels and then sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and cook 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Let steaks rest for 5 minutes, then cut them into thin slices on an angle, across the grain.
- Drizzle with the chimichurri sauce on top and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 831.9, Fat 68.7, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 154.2, Sodium 476.2, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 44.6
Tips:
1. Choose the Right Cut of Beef: Opt for a tender and flavorful cut like flank steak, skirt steak, or strip loin. These cuts are perfect for grilling and will deliver a juicy and delicious steak. 2. Marinate Your Steak: Marinating the steak in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices helps tenderize and infuse flavor into the meat. Allow the steak to marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight for maximum flavor absorption. 3. Grill Over High Heat: Sear the steak over high heat to create a beautiful crust and lock in the juices. This will give your steak a smoky and charred flavor. 4. Use a Meat Thermometer: To ensure perfect doneness, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the steak. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C). 5. Rest the Steak: After grilling, let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.Conclusion:
Gaucho-grilled steak with chimichurri sauce is a delectable dish that captures the essence of Argentinian cuisine. By following these tips and using the provided recipe, you can create a flavorful and authentic steak that will impress your family and friends. Remember to choose a high-quality cut of beef, marinate it well, grill it over high heat, and let it rest before slicing. Serve with a generous helping of homemade chimichurri sauce for an unforgettable dining experience. So, fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy a taste of Argentina in your own backyard!
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