A recipe for grilling steak topped with a bright, flavorful chimichurri sauce made from carrot greens.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:10 min
Total Time:25 min
Yield:2 servings
Category:Dinner
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
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1 cup packed fresh carrot greens, washed well
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 (8 ounce) sirloin or ribeye steaks
Instructions
Prepare the chimichurri: Combine carrot greens, parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until roughly chopped.
With the food processor running, slowly stream in the olive oil until the sauce is combined but still has texture. Do not over-process into a smooth paste. Taste and adjust salt or vinegar as needed. Set aside.
Prepare the steak: Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
Heat a grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil to the cooking surface.
Sear the steaks for 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for your preferred doneness.
Remove the steaks from the heat and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing.
Slice the steak against the grain and serve immediately topped with a generous spoonful of the carrot top chimichurri sauce.
Notes
If you do not have a food processor, you can finely chop all herbs and garlic by hand.
For a milder flavor, substitute half of the carrot greens with fresh basil.
If you prefer a thinner sauce, add one tablespoon of water to the finished chimichurri.