Brazilian Picanha Steak
Description
Here’s a recipe for Brazilian Picanha Steak to feed 4 people, along with approximate nutritional data per serving:
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Picanha steak (also known as sirloin cap or coulotte), preferably with fat cap intact
- Coarse salt (such as kosher salt or sea salt)
- Optional: Garlic powder, black pepper, or other seasonings of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F / 200-230°C).
- Prepare the Picanha steak by scoring the fat cap in a diamond pattern using a sharp knife, being careful not to cut into the meat too deeply.
- Season the steak generously with coarse salt on both sides. Optionally, you can add garlic powder, black pepper, or other preferred seasonings at this stage.
- Place the seasoned Picanha steak on the grill, fat side down, and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes until the fat starts to render and the fat cap becomes crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the steak over to cook the meat side. Grill for about 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or adjust cooking time according to your desired level of doneness (use a meat thermometer for accuracy: 130-135°F / 54-57°C for medium-rare, 140-145°F / 60-63°C for medium).
- Once cooked to your liking, remove the steak from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board for about 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and results in a more tender steak.
- Slice the Picanha steak against the grain into thin slices, cutting perpendicular to the lines of the meat fibers.
- Serve the sliced Picanha steak hot, traditionally accompanied by farofa (toasted cassava flour), chimichurri sauce, rice, beans, and salad.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional values provided are approximate and can vary based on the specific cut of meat and any additional seasonings used. Adjustments to portion sizes and cooking methods will also affect the nutritional content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Person
- Calories: 380 calories
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Picanha
