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How to Cook the Perfect Picanha Steak
Picanha steak is a popular dish in Brazilian cuisine, cherished for its succulent fat cap that brings out the rich flavors of the beef. Picanha is also known as top sirloin cap and is famous for its tender, juicy meat. In this recipe, we'll be using a technique called dry brining to ensure that the steak is flavorful and succulent. The cooking process is simple but promises a delicious result, perfect for impressing guests at a dinner party or enjoying a high-quality meal at home.
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🥘 Ingredients
Check off ingredients as you prepare them:
🍳 Cookware
- oven
- pan
- cutting board
📝 Preparation Steps
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Step 1: Prepare the Steak for Dry Brining:
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Lay out the 5 cut Picanha steaks on a rack and season salt on both sides of each steak.
Picanha Steak, cut into 5 pieces with the fat cap2.75 lbsSalt, for dry brining
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Evenly sprinkle salt on both sides of the steaks.
Salt, for dry brining
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Leave the steaks uncovered in the refrigerator for 24 to ⏱️ 72 hours to dry brine.
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This will help enhance the flavor and create a better crust on the surface.
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Step 2: Season and Cook the Steaks:
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Preheat Oven to 450°F (230°C).
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After ⏱️ 24 hours, remove the steaks from the refrigerator and season them with black pepper on both sides.
Black Pepper
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In an Stainless Steel fry pan, heat the clarified butter or ghee in a fry pan heated to 365°F / 185°C.
Clarified Butter or Ghee, for cooking
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Place the Picanha steaks in the pan, fat cap side down. Allow them to sear for a few minutes until a caramelized crust forms.
Picanha Steak, cut into 5 pieces with the fat cap2.75 lbs
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Flip the steaks and sear the other side briefly and transfer to the oven, the other side will caramelize beautifully in the oven.
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Cook the steaks in the oven for about 4 to ⏱️ 6 minutes.
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Since Picanha steaks are thin, they will cook relatively quickly.
Picanha Steak, cut into 5 pieces with the fat cap2.75 lbs
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Step 3: Resting and Serving:
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After cooking, remove the steaks from the oven, place them on a cutting board, and allow them to rest for 8–⏱️ 9 minutes to redistribute the juices.
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Step 6: Slice and Serve
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Once cooked, remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest for about ⏱️ 7-9 minutes.
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This resting period allows the juices to redistribute within the meat, resulting in a juicy and flavorful steak.
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After resting, slice the Picanha steaks against the grain into thin slices. This will help ensure tenderness.
Picanha Steak, cut into 5 pieces with the fat cap2.75 lbs
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Serve the sliced Picanha steaks immediately. It's recommended to serve them with the fat cap intact, as it adds flavor and richness to the dish.
Picanha Steak, cut into 5 pieces with the fat cap2.75 lbs
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Enjoy Your Picanha Steak!
Picanha Steak, cut into 5 pieces with the fat cap2.75 lbs
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