Live To Eat: Chimichurri Skirt Steak

skirt steak

🥗Healthier: flank steak

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Flank steak is leaner and chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and canola oil is often cheaper.

In a food processor, add fresh Italian parsley, fresh cilantro, garlic, and fresh onions.

Blend the ingredients until finely chopped.

Slowly drizzle in extra virgin olive oil while whisking to combine the ingredients.

Taste the chimichurri sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Season the flank steak with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.

Preheat the grill and place the seasoned flank steak on it.

Cook the flank steak until done, checking for doneness visually.

Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest briefly before slicing.

Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.

Serve the sliced flank steak topped with chimichurri sauce.

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