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Smoky Brazilian Picanha Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

Name: Smoky Brazilian Picanha Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Picanha beef, Trimmed and sliced into 1-inch thick pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup fresh parsley, Finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, Finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste; Metal or wooden skewers, Soak wooden skewers if using to prevent burning; Lemon wedges for serving

Juicy and flavorful picanha skewers meet the herby zing of chimichurri sauce for a true culinary experience.

4.6(386 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 17, 2025

Smoky Brazilian Picanha Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Picanha

For the Chimichurri Sauce

For the Skewers

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 683 kcal
Protein: 40.8 g
Carbs: 2.9 g
Fat: 58.8 g
Fiber: 1.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2732 kcal
Protein: 163.1 g
Carbs: 11.7 g
Fat: 235.3 g
Fiber: 4.6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1.5 lbs Picanha beef Trimmed and sliced into 1-inch thick pieces	1470	160	0	95	0
2 tablespoons olive oil	240	0	0	28	0
1 tablespoon coarse sea salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 teaspoon ground black pepper	6	0	1.5	0	1
1 cup fresh parsley Finely chopped	22	2	4	0	2
1/4 cup fresh cilantro Finely chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
4 cloves garlic Minced	18	0.8	4	0	0.2
1 teaspoon dried oregano	6	0.2	1.3	0.1	0.8
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes	3	0.2	0.7	0.2	0.5
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil	960	0	0	112	0
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar	6	0	0	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Metal or wooden skewers Soak wooden skewers if using to prevent burning	0	0	0	0	0
Lemon wedges for serving	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Picanha

1
Combine Marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, coarse sea salt, and ground black pepper.
2
Toss Meat
Add picanha pieces and toss until evenly coated.
3
Marinate
Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Chimichurri

1
Mix Herbs and Spices
In a medium bowl, mix parsley, cilantro, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
2
Add Liquids
Stir in extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
3
Rest Sauce
Set aside at room temperature for flavors to meld.
Tip: For extra flavor, add a splash of lime juice to the chimichurri.

How to Make Smoky Brazilian Picanha Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Preheat Grill
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates before placing the skewers.
2
Assemble Skewers
Slide the picanha pieces onto the skewers without overcrowding to allow even cooking.
3
Grill and Rest
Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning as needed, then remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.