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Chimichurri Steak

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Argentinian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Juicy ribeye or New York strip steaks are seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grilled to perfection. They are served with a vibrant chimichurri sauce made with parsley, garlic, oregano, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and spices.


Ingredients

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For the steak:

  • 2 ribeye or New York strip steaks, about 1.5 inches thick
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the chimichurri sauce:

  • 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped (or 1 tbsp dried oregano if fresh isn’t available)
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chimichurri sauce: In a bowl, combine parsley, garlic, oregano, olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Prepare the steak: Rub the steaks with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  3. Serve: Slice the steak and serve with the chimichurri sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

  • This recipe works well with other cuts of steak like flank or skirt steak.
  • You can make the chimichurri sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 48 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 32 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg