Brazilian Beef Steak Bife Gaúcho Recipes

BEST BRAZILIAN STEAK RECIPE ~ PICANHA!

Steps:

• SLICE: Place the sirloin cap (picanha) steak with the fat side down on a cutting board. Using a very sharp knife, cut the steak going with the grain into 1-inch thick slices. Each slice will have a layer of fat along the bottom.
• SEASON: Once the steak is sliced (you will get 6-8 slices depending on the size of the steak), season with the salt and then the Brazilian steak seasoning.
• SKEWER: If you want to skewer the picanha for the classic Churrascaria preparation, you will start to skewer through the fat side, fold over the steak and skewer back through the other fat side.
• GRILL: Preheat the grill on high heat (approximately 400 F degrees). Place the skewers or the steaks on a diagonal along the grill. Cook for 5 minutes and then flip and cook for another 5 minutes. If you want medium rare, the steaks are probably done at this point. If you want Medium, flip again with the steaks going the other diagonal direction to get beautiful cross grill marks. Cook another 5 minutes. And finally, for well done, flip a fourth time, again going the opposite diagonal direction and cook for 5 minutes. Total cooking times: Medium rare = 10 minutes, Medium = 15 minutes, Well = 20 minutes. *See notes for broiler instructions*

GAUCHO RIB-EYE STEAKS

Steps:

• Pat the steaks dry using a paper towel. Place the remaining ingredients in large zip-top bag. Gently massage bag to combine ingredients; then add steaks. Let marinate in refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.
• Set up grill for direct cooking over high heat. Oil grate when ready to start cooking.
• Remove steaks from refrigerator and let come to room temperature, approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Remove steaks from marinade, discard marinade.
• Place steaks on hot oiled grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side for medium. Transfer steaks to a platter and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

BRAZILIAN BEEF STEAK (BIFE GAúCHO)

Steps:

• Pound steak with a mallet. Season with salt, rub with crushed garlic, pepper and a few drops of vinegar and let sit for one hour. Fry in hot fat on both sides.