Chimichurri Grilled Steak
Chimichurri grilled steak is a flavorful delight that combines tender, juicy flank steak with a vibrant chimichurri sauce. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy nights in, this dish promises to impress with its bold flavors and stunning presentation. Marinated to perfection and grilled to achieve the ideal char, each bite is an explosion of taste that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat the flank steak generously with the marinade and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated steak for 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Serve with additional chimichurri drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the steak for up to 2 hours or overnight if time allows. Customize your chimichurri by adding spices like smoked paprika or substituting parsley with cilantro.