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Steaks with Chimichurri (Churrasco from Uruguay & Argentina)
An authentic Chimichurri Steak recipe! Chimichurri is the most delicious silky condiment that drips seductively over your steak, chicken or fish. Super easy to make and tastes incredible! Made with simple, easy to find ingredients: parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar and olive oil. This is how we cook our steaks with chimichurri in Uruguay/Argentina!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 730 kcal
Course:
Condiments , Dinner
Cuisine:
Argentinian , Uruguayan
Ingredients
Chimichurri:
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ½ cup parsley finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic finely chopped or minced
- 2 red chilies or 1 red chili, deseeded and finely chopped, about 1 tablespoon finely chopped chili
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ - 1 teaspoon coarse salt leveled, adjust to your tastes
- ½ teaspoon pepper adjust to your tastes
Steaks:
- 4 steak Rib eye, T-Bone or Strip
- 1 pinch salt to season
- 1 drizzle olive oil for brushing
Instructions
For Chimichurri
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes to release all of the flavours into the oil before using. (Chimichurri can be prepared and refrigerated for 24 hours before serving.) Makes 1 cup.
- Season steaks with salt and brush with olive oil. Grill (or pan fry in a hot cast iron skillet or pan), over medium-high heat.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes each side for medium-rare; 3-4 minutes each side for medium; or 4-5 minutes each side for well done, depending on thickness.* Transfer steaks to a tray and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve chimichurri on the side in a dip bowl with steaks (about 2-3 tablespoons of chimichurri per person). Allow your guests to either dip their steaks in chimichurri or pour it over steaks.
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Notes
- To test if the steak is cooked to your liking, press the centre with the back of a pair of tongs. The steak will feel soft when rare; slightly firmer and springy when medium, and very firm when well done.
- 130°F (55°C) internal temperature for RARE
- 135°F (58°) internal temperature for MEDIUM RARE
- 140°F (60°) internal temperature for MEDIUM
- 150°F (65°) internal temperature for WELL DONE
Nutrition Information
Calories
730kcal
(37%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
46g
(92%)
Fat
59g
(91%)
Saturated Fat
18g
(90%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
35g
Cholesterol
138mg
(46%)
Sodium
426mg
(18%)
Potassium
743mg
(21%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
888IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
43mg
(48%)
Calcium
43mg
(4%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 730
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 730kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 59g | 91% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 35g | 175% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 426mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 743mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 888IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.