Description
A succulent hearth-seared picanha with a thick fat cap, delivering a rich flavor and tender texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds picanha (with fat cap)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or hearth.
- Season the picanha generously with salt and black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meat.
- Place the picanha fat side down on the grill.
- Cook for about 15-20 minutes until the fat is crispy.
- Flip and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes for desired doneness.
- Remove from heat and let it rest before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve.
Notes
- Allow the meat to come to room temperature before cooking for better results.
- Resting the meat is vital to maintain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg