Chimichurri Steak

Chimichurri Steak

A boldly flavored, crowd-pleasing steak topped with a vibrant, herb-packed chimichurri sauce — the kind of dish that's been going viral for good reason. A beautifully seared skirt or flank steak is paired with a garlicky parsley-based chimichurri loaded with red wine vinegar, olive oil, and a kick of red pepper flakes. Simple enough for a weeknight, impressive enough for a dinner party.

4 servings · Prep 20 min · Cook 12 min · Total 32 min

Latin American · Dinner · Main Course

Main

  • 1.5 lb skirt steak or flank steak, trimmed
  • flank steak
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder

Chimichurri

  • 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley finely chopped, packed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano finely chopped, or 1 tsp dried
  • 1 tsp dried
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Paper Towel
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Platter
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Pan
  • Tongs
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl (4 Quarts)
  • Cast Iron Skillet (10 Inch)
  • Meat Thermometer
  • Chef's Knife

Instructions

  1. In a medium #[Mixing Bowl], combine the finely chopped @[Italian Flat-Leaf Parsley], minced @[Garlic], fresh @[Oregano], @[Red Wine Vinegar], @[Red Pepper Flakes], and @[Kosher Salt]. Stir together, then slowly whisk in the @[Olive Oil] until fully combined. Taste and adjust @[Kosher Salt] or @[Red Wine Vinegar] as needed. Set aside at room temperature to let the flavors meld — at least ~[10 minutes].
  2. Pat the @[Skirt Steak] or @[Flank Steak] dry with paper towels. Rub all over with @[Olive Oil], then season generously on both sides with @[Kosher Salt], @[Black Pepper], and @[Garlic Powder]. Let the steak rest at room temperature for at least ~[10 minutes] while you heat the pan.
  3. Heat a #[Cast Iron Skillet] over ^[high heat] until smoking hot, about ~[2–3 minutes]. Add the steak and sear undisturbed for ~[3–4 minutes] per side for ^[medium-rare] (%[internal temp 130–135°F]). For @[Flank Steak], you may need ~[1–2 extra minutes] per side. Avoid moving the steak so you get a deep, caramelized crust.
  4. Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for ~[5 minutes] — this is essential for juicy results. Do not skip this step.
  5. Slice the steak thinly against the grain at a slight angle. This is key for tenderness, especially with @[Skirt Steak] or @[Flank Steak].
  6. Arrange the sliced steak on a platter and spoon a generous amount of chimichurri over the top. Serve the remaining chimichurri on the side. Enjoy immediately.