Description
A flavorful Chimichurri Flank Steak recipe featuring tender flank steak marinated and topped with a zesty homemade chimichurri sauce. This dish combines fresh herbs, garlic, and citrus for a vibrant meal perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 ½ – 2 pounds flank steak
Chimichurri Sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, peeled
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- ½ tablespoon salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Chimichurri Sauce: In a food processor, add garlic and pulse until minced. Add fresh parsley and cilantro, pulsing until finely chopped. Add avocado oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, and salt; pulse until well combined. Set sauce aside for marinating and serving.
- Marinate the Steak: If steak is large or won’t fit in skillet, cut in half against the grain. Place steak pieces in a large baking dish or plastic bag. Add ⅓ cup chimichurri sauce, turning steaks to coat thoroughly. Marinate at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours for best flavor.
- Heat Skillet: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes until hot. Remove steaks from marinade, scraping off excess. Pat dry with paper towels and sprinkle modestly with salt.
- Cook the Steak: For two pieces, pour 1 tablespoon avocado oil into skillet; for one piece, use 2 tablespoons. Heat oil until shimmering but not smoking. Carefully place steaks in skillet using long tongs. Cook 3-4 minutes per side depending on thickness to desired doneness (3 minutes per side for medium-rare on thicker steak). Use tongs to test firmness if no thermometer is available.
- Rest and Slice: Remove steak from skillet and let rest on cutting board for 5 minutes to retain juices. Repeat for second piece if applicable. Slice steak into ½ inch slices against the grain.
- Serve: Arrange sliced steak on a platter and spoon fresh chimichurri sauce over top. Serve with extra chimichurri on the side to enjoy.
Notes
- Cut steak against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- Adjust marinating time up to 2 hours for stronger flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy: medium-rare is 130–140°F, medium is 140–150°F.
- If no thermometer, use tongs to gauge doneness by firmness of steak.
- Avocado oil is preferred for its high smoke point and mild flavor.
- Allow steak to rest before slicing to keep juices locked in.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
