Ready For Something Different? Try This Chimichurri Steak Sandwich

Chimichurri Steak Sandwich

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Toast the hamburger buns lightly.
  5. 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:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix until they are well combined.
  2. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if desired.
  3. 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!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *