Nicaraguan-Style Churrasco Recipe

Name: Nicaraguan-Style Churrasco
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cloves garlic; 3 bay leaves; 2 jalapeno chiles, with seeds, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons salt; 1/2 cup finely minced fresh curly parsley; 1/2 cup finely minced fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1/4 cup finely minced fresh oregano; 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 (5-pound) whole beef tenderloin; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

6 cloves garlic
3 bay leaves
2 jalapeno chiles, with seeds, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1/2 cup finely minced fresh curly parsley
1/2 cup finely minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup finely minced fresh oregano
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (5-pound) whole beef tenderloin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
To make the chimichurri, combine the garlic, bay leaves, jalapenos, and salt in a mortar and mash with a pestle until a smooth paste is formed (or you can puree with a small amount of vinegar in a blender)).
2
Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the parsleys and oregano.
3
Whisk in the vinegar and olive oil until well combined.
4
Set aside.
5
Prepare a medium-hot fire in the grill.
6
Trim the meat and remove any silverskin.
7
Cut into 2 1/2-inch-thick rounds.
8
Take the boning knife and cut in a circular motion so each round becomes one flat, long strip.
9
Then, with a butcher's mallet, pound the meat lightly.
10
Season each strip generously with salt and pepper on each side.
11
Lightly oil the grate and place meat on the grate.
12
Grill for 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
13
Transfer the meat to a serving plate.
14
Serve with the chimichurri on the side.

310

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cloves garlic, 3 bay leaves, 2 jalapeno chiles, with seeds, coarsely chopped, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, and more.

Yes, Nicaraguan-Style Churrasco falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Nicaraguan-Style Churrasco

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