The chimichurri steak sandwich is a classic Argentinean dish that has been around since the 19th century. It’s a simple yet flavorful sandwich that is usually made with steak and a special homemade Chimichurri sauce. The steak is typically marinated in the Chimichurri sauce prior to cooking and then is served on a toasted roll with a generous layer of the sauce.
Making a Chimichurri steak sandwich at home is easy and can be done in just a few steps. Below is a recipe for a delicious homemade Chimichurri steak sandwich:
Ingredients:
-1 pound of steak (such as sirloin, flank or skirt)
-4 tablespoons of olive oil
-1 tablespoon of minced garlic
-1 tablespoon of dried oregano
-1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
-1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
-1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
-Salt and pepper to taste
-4 hamburger buns
Equipment Needed:
-Sharp knife
-Mixing bowl
-Grill or grill pan
Cook Time:
-15 minutes to prepare the steak
-10 minutes to cook the steak
Instructions:
- Begin by preparing the Chimichurri sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, oregano, red wine vinegar, parsley, cilantro, salt and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Place the steak in the bowl with the Chimichurri sauce and coat each side of the steak with the sauce. Allow the steak to marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Once the grill is hot, place the steak on the grill and cook for 5 minutes on each side or until the steak is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Toast the hamburger buns lightly.
- Place the steak on the buns and top with a generous amount of the Chimichurri sauce.
Garnishes:
-Sliced tomatoes
-Sliced red onions
-Sliced avocado
-Sliced jalapenos (optional for added spice)
-Lettuce
Making your own Chimichurri sauce is easy and only requires a few simple ingredients. To make your own Chimichurri sauce, you will need:
-1/4 cup of olive oil
-2 tablespoons of minced garlic
-2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
-1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
-1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
-Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix until they are well combined.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if desired.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
For an extra kick of spice, you can add a few slices of jalapenos to the sandwich. This will add a nice flavor to the sandwich without making it too spicy. Enjoy!