Grilled Picanha

Juicy, tender beef with a crispy, salty cap - a Brazilian comfort food favorite for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Course Main Course

Cuisine Brazilian

Servings servings

Calories 635 kcal

Ingredients

3 lbs Picanha (Culotte Steak or Top Sirloin Cap) Keep fat cap on
2 tbsp Coarse Kosher Salt To taste
1 tbsp Olive Oil For grilling
1 tsp Black Pepper Optional
Chimichurri Sauce Optional

Instructions

Cut steak into strips, season with salt, and optionally with black pepper.
Preheat grill for high, direct heat.
Grill picanha fat-side down with minimal flipping.
Serve medium-rare to medium (around 130–140°F).
Let steak rest before slicing against the grain. Serve with chimichurri or salt.

Notes

Prep time can be reduced by letting steak marinate with salt while grill heats. Optional flavor twists include citrus, garlic, spice, grilled veggies, or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 635kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 52gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 11.5gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 470mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.5g