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A perfectly grilled steak generously topped with vibrant chimichurri sauce.

Best way to grow tender Chimichurri Steak

This recipe guides you through preparing a tender chimichurri steak, perfect for a flavorful meal. It focuses on achieving optimal tenderness and infusing the steak with vibrant chimichurri.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak
  • 1.5 lbs Flank steak
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Chimichurri
  • 0.5 cup Fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Fresh oregano finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic cloves minced
  • 0.25 cup Red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 cup Olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
  • 0.5 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • Paper towels
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grill or heavy-bottomed skillet
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the steak dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor and create a good crust.
  2. In a bowl, combine the finely chopped parsley, oregano, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and salt for the chimichurri. Whisk well to combine and set aside.
Cooking
  1. Preheat a grill or a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring it is hot to achieve a good sear on the steak.
  2. Sear the steak for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust timing based on your desired doneness, ensuring a nice crust forms.
  3. Remove the steak from the heat and let it rest on a cutting board for at least 5 minutes; this allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
Serving
  1. Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips; cutting against the grain shortens the muscle fibers, making the meat more tender.
  2. Drizzle a generous amount of the prepared chimichurri over the sliced steak just before serving to infuse it with fresh, vibrant flavors.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the steak in half of the chimichurri for at least 30 minutes before grilling. Ensure your grill or skillet is very hot before adding the steak to get a good sear and lock in juices.