Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha
Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha features a garlicky, citrus-kissed crust that chars on a hot grill while keeping the center tender and rosy. The lemon brightens the rich beef, and a hint of olive oil helps it sear beautifully. Serve this impressive cut for weekend cookouts or special dinners where bold flavor and juicy texture take center stage.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Combine the crushed garlic and salt in a bowl and mash until it forms a paste.
- 2
Rub the garlic paste all over the meat. Place it in a bowl and cover with lemon juice. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours. Remove the meat from the lemon juice and baste with olive oil.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Grill the meat on the preheated grill, turning often until the outer edges are charred but the center remains raw, about 5 minutes. Take it off the heat and slice off the charred edges, cutting against the grain.
- 5
Put the raw meat back on the grill. Cook until the meat is firm and slightly pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
- Calories 227.29 kcal Moderate
- Protein 21.13 g Good Source
- Carbs 13.58 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.21 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.79 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 60.78 mg High
- Sodium 71.42 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.07 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.2 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 284.83 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.52 mg Low Source
- Potassium 334.58 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 1.04 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 30.72 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha is a Brazilian dinner recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 5, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Garlic, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, and Salt. Each serving provides about 227.29 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha?
- It is a Brazilian recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha made of?
- The main ingredients are Garlic, Lemon Juice, Olive Oil, Salt, Sirloin Steak. The full list of 5 is above.
- What goes well with Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha?
- Explore these Brazilian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 227.29 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Brazilian Steakhouse Picanha easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 5 steps.
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