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Chimichurri Flank Steak

A flavorful flank steak topped with fresh chimichurri sauce, perfect for grilling or quick indoor cooking.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ – 2 pounds flank steak
  • 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, peeled
  • ½ cup fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup avocado oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
  • ½ tablespoon salt plus more to taste

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, add fresh garlic and pulse until minced.
  2. Add fresh parsley and cilantro, and pulse until finely chopped.
  3. Add avocado oil, lemon juice, oregano, crushed red pepper, and salt; pulse until well combined.
  4. Set chimichurri sauce aside.
  5. Prepare flank steak by cutting it down the middle if it’s large, cutting against the grain for tenderness.
  6. Place steak in a large baking dish or plastic food storage bag.
  7. Pour ⅓ cup of chimichurri over the steak and coat well.
  8. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, up to 1-2 hours for more flavor.
  9. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes.
  10. Remove steak from chimichurri, scrape off excess marinade, pat dry, and sprinkle with salt.
  11. Pour 1 tablespoon of avocado oil into the skillet and heat until shimmering.
  12. Carefully place steaks in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, adjusting for thickness.
  13. Remove steak from skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
  14. Cut steak into ½ inch slices against the grain.
  15. Arrange slices on a platter and top with fresh chimichurri sauce before serving.

Notes

Chimichurri Flank Steak can be served with a variety of sides or used in sandwiches or tacos.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Argentinian
  • Diet: Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 30g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: flank steak, chimichurri, grilled beef, Argentinian recipe, easy dinner