Name: Churrasco (Spanish - Main Course )
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: Beef or Pork - Thin steaks or strips (Thin steaks or strips); Spices - As desired (As desired); Garlic - 4 cloves (4 cloves); Olive Oil - 1/4 cup (1/4 cup); Chimichurri Sauce - As desired (As desired); Roasted Vegetables - As desired (As desired)

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Churrasco (Spanish - Main Course) Recipe

A popular grilled meat dish in Spain, churrasco typically refers to beef or pork cut into thin steaks or strips. The meat is marinated in spices, garlic, and olive oil before being grilled to perfection. It is often served with chimichurri sauce and accompanied by roasted vegetables.

Ingredients:

Beef or Pork - Thin steaks or strips
Spices - As desired
Garlic - 4 cloves
Olive Oil - 2 fl oz (1/4 cup)
Chimichurri Sauce - As desired
Roasted Vegetables - As desired

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the spices, garlic, and olive oil. Mix well to create a marinade.
Place the thin steaks or strips of beef or pork in the marinade. Make sure they are fully coated. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight for more flavor.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Make sure the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
Remove the meat from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Place the meat on the preheated grill and cook for about 4-6 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Flip the meat only once during cooking.
While the meat is grilling, prepare the roasted vegetables by tossing them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place the vegetables on a separate grill pan or directly on the grill grates. Cook until tender and slightly charred, about 10-15 minutes.
Once the meat is cooked to your liking, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicier meat.
Slice the grilled meat into thin strips and serve hot. Drizzle chimichurri sauce over the meat and serve with the roasted vegetables on the side. Enjoy your delicious churrasco!

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