Chimichurri Steak Recipe
Grilled steak topped with a homemade chimichurri sauce.
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Ingredients
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Steak
Chimichurri Sauce
Method
Preparing the Chimichurri Sauce
- 1
Chop the Herbs
Finely chop the fresh parsley and cilantro and place them in a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add Garlic
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the herbs.
- 3
Mix the Ingredients
Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together until well combined.
- 4
Let it Sit
Allow the chimichurri sauce to sit for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld. You can also refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before serving.
Cooking the Steak
- 5
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).
- 6
- 7
Grill the Steak
Place the steaks on the preheated grill and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until they reach your desired doneness.
- 8
Rest the Steak
Once cooked, remove the steaks from the grill and let them rest for about 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Steak
Slice the steak against the grain and place it on a serving platter.
- 10
Top with Chimichurri
Generously spoon the chimichurri sauce over the sliced steak.
- 11
Enjoy!
Serve the chimichurri steak immediately, and enjoy with your favorite sides.
