Brazilian Marinated Steaks with Chile Lime Sauce

Name: Brazilian Marinated Steaks with Chile Lime Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1 1/2 inch thick) shell, sirloin, or rib-eye steaks; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/3 cup dry red wine; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 5 to 10 preserved malagueta peppers (see Notes), chopped; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1 small white onion, finely diced; 4 large garlic cloves, chopped; Juice of 3 limes; 1/2 bunch Italian parsley, leaves only, chopped

Servings: persons

4 (1 1/2 inch thick) shell, sirloin, or rib-eye steaks
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/3 cup dry red wine
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 to 10 preserved malagueta peppers (see Notes), chopped
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 small white onion, finely diced
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
Juice of 3 limes
1/2 bunch Italian parsley, leaves only, chopped

1
For the Steaks:
2
Place the steaks in a single layer in a large glass or ceramic baking dish.
3
Whisk the remaining ingredients together in a bowl and pour over the steaks, turning to coat evenly.
4
Cover and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours, turning occasionally.
5
Preheat the grill or heat a griddle pan over high heat.
6
Remove the steaks from the marinade, shaking off the excess, and grill 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until done to taste.
7
Transfer to a platter and let the steaks rest, loosely covered with foil, for 5 minutes, for the juices to settle.
8
Serve with the chile lime sauce.
9
For the Chile Lime Sauce:
10
Combine all of the ingredients in a mini chopper or a blender, or use a mortar and pestle.
11
Blend or grind until a paste is formed.

640

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (1 1/2 inch thick) shell, sirloin, or rib-eye steaks, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, 1/3 cup dry red wine, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Brazilian Marinated Steaks with Chile Lime Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!