Alcatra Assada
Alcatra Assada is a succulent Brazilian BBQ dish featuring marinated beef from the top sirloin cut, grilled to perfection, and served with a burst of flavors. This dish captures the essence of traditional Brazilian barbecue, making it a hearty and satisfying meal.

60 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Brazilian
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Top sirloin beef - 600 grams
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Fresh rosemary - 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
Steps
- In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, paprika, black pepper, salt, rosemary, and parsley to create a marinade.
- Cut the top sirloin into two equal pieces and place them in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Remove the beef from the marinade and let it come to room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Grill the beef for about 5-7 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Once cooked, let the beef rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your choice of sides, such as rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 70 g
- Carbs: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
- Total Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
- Contains healthy fats that can support heart health.
Tags
BrazilianHigh ProteinBBQ