Churrasco-Style Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

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Tender skirt steak grilled over high heat and served with a vibrant, herbaceous chimichurri sauce that balances tangy and spicy flavors. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs skirt steak, olive oil, kosher salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 1.5 lbs skirt steak and rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, make chimichurri by combining 1 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 cup olive oil, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a bowl. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat (about 500°F). Grill skirt steak for 3-4 minutes per side until a nice char forms and internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
  4. Step 4: Remove steak and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice against the grain into thin strips. Serve topped with generous spoonfuls of chimichurri sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Churrasco-Style Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (40 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Churrasco-Style Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep skirt steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Churrasco-Style Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Churrasco-Style Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Churrasco-Style Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce?

Brazilian brazilian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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