Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Garlic Butter Brazilian Steak recipe that features tender picanha steak cooked to perfection and served with a savory garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak:
- 2 pounds picanha steak (or top sirloin cap), cut into thick slices
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak: Pat steak slices dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the Steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear steak slices for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat, add butter and garlic to the skillet, cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Remove steaks, let rest, slice against the grain, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For authentic Brazilian flavor, grill the steak outdoors and finish with garlic butter.
- Pair with chimichurri sauce, rice, or roasted potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing (or Grilling)
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg