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Grilled Rump Cap Steaks

Perfect medium-rare Picanha steaks grilled over charcoal and served with a vibrant, tangy chimichurri sauce
Course Main Course
Cuisine Brazilian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 436kcal
Author Jordan Hanger

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs rump cap
  • coarse sea salt

Chimichurri

  • 2 cups parsley finely chopped
  • 2 cups cilantro finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil more as needed
  • 1 lime juice only
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • pince of red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Cut the rump into 1" thick steaks, following the grain of the meat.
  • Season with coarse sea salt.
  • Set grill up for indirect dual zone cooking with a a hot and cooler side
  • Place steaks on cooler zone and cook until internal temp reaches 80°F.
  • Turn steaks over and cook until the internal temperature reaches 115°F.
  • Grill steaks directly over the searing coals turning regularlylg until internal temperature hits 130°F and a nice crust has developed
  • Take steaks off the heat and rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Chimichurri

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 121mg | Potassium: 796mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 2047IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 5mg