Maminha na Chapa

Maminha na Chapa is a delicious Brazilian BBQ dish featuring marinated beef cooked to perfection on a griddle. This dairy-free recipe highlights the rich flavors of the meat, complemented by a zesty chimichurri sauce.

Ingredients

• Maminha (beef) - 500 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the maminha to the marinade, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
3. While the beef is marinating, prepare the chimichurri sauce by mixing the chopped parsley, red wine vinegar, oregano, and red chili flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
4. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated maminha to the pan.
5. Cook the beef for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
6. Remove the maminha from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
7. Serve the sliced maminha with a generous drizzle of chimichurri sauce on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in iron, contributing to healthy blood production.

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