Chimichurri Marinated Strip Filets

Chimichurri is a garlic and herb sauce (and marinade) that is always served with grilled meats in Argentina. Try it also with chicken!

Chimichurri Marinated Strip Filets

(modification of recipe originally from National Cattlemen’s Beef Association)

Serves 4

  • 4 (4 ounce beef strip filets), ~ 1” thick
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup packed fresh cilantro (or substitute another ½ cup fresh parsley if you are not a cilantro fan)
  • ½ cup packed fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
  • ½ teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or red wine vinegar for the acid base)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

Place strip filets in a large zip lock plastic bag.

In a small food processor, combine next ten ingredients (garlic through crushed red pepper) until well blended. Remove and refrigerate ¼ cup sauce for serving. Pour remaining marinade sauce in to bag with strip filets, turning to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator for 15 minutes to 2 hours, turning occasionally.

Preheat grill to medium heat.

Remove filets from marinade; discard marinade. Place filets on grill and cook uncovered for 10 to 13 minutes for medium rare – medium doneness, turning halfway.

Remove filets from grill and cover with foil to let rest for 5 minutes. Serve filets with reserved Chimichurri sauce.

Nutritional Info/Serving: Calories 191, Fat 11 g, Protein 21 g, Carbs 5 g

21 Day Fix Container Equivalents/Serving:  1 Red, 1 tsp

 

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