Bife de Chorizo com Chimichurri

Bife de Chorizo com Chimichurri is a succulent Brazilian steak dish, bursting with flavor from a vibrant chimichurri sauce. This low-carb recipe is perfect for a hearty meal that doesn't compromise on taste.

Ingredients

• Bife de Chorizo - 500 grams
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 1/2 cup, finely chopped
• Oregano - 1 tablespoon, dried
• Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or barbecue to high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, parsley, oregano, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create the chimichurri. Set aside.
3. Season the bife de chorizo generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
4. Brush the grill grates with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
5. Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness is achieved.
6. Remove the steaks from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
7. Slice the bife de chorizo against the grain and serve it topped with chimichurri sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 50 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 45 g
• Saturated Fat: 16 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil, supporting heart health.

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