Gaucho Style Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
Looking for a steak recipe that impresses and is nearly foolproof? Chef Carol Cotner Thompson’s awesome Gaucho Steak recipe feeds 4 (or two for those who prefer having killer steak sandwiches on Day 2) and comes together easily.
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Ingredients
Gaucho Style Steak
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp freshly chopped cilantro leaves
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1-1/2 lbs skirt steak trimmed
Chimichurri Sauce
- 1 bunch parsley
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp chili flakees
- 1 Tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients for stek marinade, and let steak marinate, refrigerated, for 1 – 3hrs.
- For the Chimichurri: Mix all ingredients lightly in food processor until a coarse sauce is formed. Set aside for 2 hours.
- Heat grill or pan to high heat, cook skirt steak to medium-rare, let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, then cut on bias in 1/4 inch pieces, and top with chimichurri sauce.
