Pampas-Style Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Chimichurri

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Juicy beef steak seared over open flames and served with a vibrant herb sauce made with locally grown parsley and oregano. This grilling-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs beef strip steak, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.4 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Grilling cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat the steak dry with paper towels and rub 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper over both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Sear the steak for 3 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp parsley, 1 tbsp oregano, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup white wine vinegar, and 2 tbsp olive oil until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the steak to a cutting board, rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle the chimichurri sauce over the sliced steak and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pampas-Style Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Chimichurri take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Pampas-Style Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Chimichurri?

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 beef strip steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pampas-Style Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Chimichurri?

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 Pampas-Style Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Chimichurri for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Pampas-Style Grilled Steak with Herb-Infused Chimichurri?

Grilling beef 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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