Recipe: Brazilian Grilled Picanha Steak With Brazilian Potato Salad And Farofa Crumbs
Introduction
Brazilian cuisine is known for its bold flavors and colorful dishes. One of the most popular Brazilian dishes is the Picanha Steak, which is a cut of beef that is grilled to perfection and served with a variety of sides. In this recipe, we will show you how to make a delicious Brazilian Grilled Picanha Steak with Brazilian Potato Salad and Farofa Crumbs.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Picanha Steak
- 1 tbsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup farofa crumbs
Instructions
Brazilian Grilled Picanha Steak
- Preheat your grill to high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the Picanha Steak.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the steak and rub it in.
- Place the steak on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
- Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Brazilian Potato Salad
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced red onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Farofa Crumbs
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
- Add the farofa crumbs to the skillet and stir constantly until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove the farofa crumbs from the heat and let them cool.
Serving
To serve, slice the Picanha Steak and arrange it on a platter. Serve the Brazilian Potato Salad and Farofa Crumbs on the side. Enjoy this delicious Brazilian meal with your family and friends!