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Churrasco Picanha

Cultural Context

Churrasco Picanha originates from Brazil, where it is a staple of the traditional barbecue culture known as 'churrasco'. This cut of beef, prized for its flavor and tenderness, is often served at gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the communal spirit of Brazilian dining. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in steakhouses and backyard barbecues across many countries.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs picanha beef
2 tablespoons coarse salt
to taste pork kielbasa sausage
1 lb turkey tenderloins
6 slices bacon
1 lime
2 medium zucchini
2 medium yellow squash
1 medium red onion
2 medium tomatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

picanha beef

🥗Healthier: sirloin

💰Cheaper: flank steak

Sirloin is leaner while flank steak is more affordable.

coarse salt

🥗Healthier: sea salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Sea salt offers a more natural flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

1

Slice the picanha roast and get it on a skewer.

2

Season the picanha with a healthy amount of salt.

3

Cut turkey tenderloins into bite-sized pieces and wrap each piece in bacon.

4

Season the bacon-wrapped turkey with beef rub or salt and pepper and a squeeze of lime.

5

Prepare a mixed veggie skewer with zucchini, yellow squash, red onions, and tomatoes, brushing them with butter and rolling in grated Parmesan cheese.

6

Prepare pineapple by removing the top, bottom, and outsides, then sprinkle with brown sugar and place it whole on a skewer.

7

Preheat the Bacana grill and prepare to cook the skewers, timing them based on their cooking times.

8

Grill the skewers, checking the internal temperature of the picanha to be around 130°F and the turkey to reach 165°F.

Cooking Techniques

grillingseasoning

Equipment Needed

grillmeat thermometercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

PicanhaBrazilian barbecue

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