Keto Brazilian Steak Picanha

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This Keto Brazilian Steak Picanha is a juicy and flavorful steak. We prepare this Brazilian-inspired recipe with beef picanha, coarse sea salt, black pepper, garlic, olive oil, smoked paprika, rosemary, and butter. This steak contains approximately 450 calories and 1 g of total carbs. This steak takes almost 30 minutes to prepare and cook. This Keto Brazilian Steak Picanha is perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, weekend barbecues, and meal prep. You can serve this steak with garlic butter asparagus, cauliflower mash, roasted broccoli, avocado salad, or creamed spinach.

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STATS:

  • Course: Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
  • No. of Calories: 450 kcal
  • Diet: Keto
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: Brazilian
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Portion Size: 6 oz. cooked steak
  • Cooking Mode: Grill
  • Total Servings: 4
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

TOOLS:

  • Grill
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer
  • Bowl
  • Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 lb beef picanha
  • 2 tsp coarse sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 tbsp butter

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:

BEEF PICANHA:

  • We utilize picanha because it provides rich flavor, tenderness, and a delicious fat cap. You can substitute sirloin cap or top sirloin with some fat left on.

SEA SALT:

  • The beef’s inherent flavor is enhanced by sea salt. As an alternative, you can use kosher salt.

BLACK PEPPER:

  • Black pepper adds mild spice and flavor. You can substitute white pepper.

GARLIC:

  • Garlic provides a savory aroma and rich flavor. As a further choice, you might utilize garlic powder in a little amount.

OLIVE OIL:

  • Olive oil helps coat the steak and seasonings. You could swap it with avocado oil.

SMOKED PAPRIKA:

  • Smoked paprika adds color and smoky flavor. As another option, you may utilize regular paprika or omit it.

ROSEMARY:

  • Rosemary provides an earthy, aromatic flavor. You can substitute thyme or oregano.

BUTTER:

  • Butter adds richness to the cooked steak. As a different choice, you might use ghee or extra olive oil.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Completely the picanha and make thick steaks by cutting if required.
  2. Stir the rosemary, salt, paprika, black pepper, and garlic.
  3. Rub the mixture on the steak and coat with olive oil.
  4. Preheat the grill or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook the fat cap side for almost five minutes till golden.
  6. Change the side of the steaks and cook all the sides for just three minutes.
  7. Monitor the inside temperature, cook thewhole beef steaks to 63°Celcius.
  8. Allow to sit for almost three minutes, for food safety.
  9. Slice the steak across the grain, mix the butter if necessary, & serve hot.

TIPS:

  • Completely dry the beef and then cook to create a crispy crust.
  • Do not crowd the pan too much.
  • We utilize a meat thermometer to monitor the doneness.
  • Make slices against the grain yo get a tender texture.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Avocado Salad
  • Cucumber Feta Salad
  • Spinach Avocado Salad
  • Arugula Parmesan Salad
  • Creamy Cucumber Salad

VEGETABLES:

  • Garlic Butter Asparagus
  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Sautéed Spinach
  • Grilled Zucchini
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts

KETO SIDES:

  • Cauliflower Mash
  • Cheesy Cauliflower Rice
  • Creamed Spinach
  • Garlic Butter Mushrooms
  • Keto Coleslaw

DIPS & SAUCES:

  • Brazilian Chimichurri Sauce
  • Garlic Butter Sauce
  • Avocado Herb Sauce
  • Keto Béarnaise Sauce
  • Creamy Garlic Sauce

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the leftover steak in an airtight box and refrigerate for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Store the cooked steak in airtight closed bag for just two months.

FAQs:

Which cut of beef is picanha?

  • You can use picanha, as it is a Brazilian beef cut from the surface of the rump, also known as sirloin cap or rump cap.

Will we cook picanha without a grill?

  • Yes, you can cook picanha in a cast-iron pan on a normal flame.

Could we prepare this steak earlier?

  • Yes, you can garnish the steak, chill it for a few hours, and then cook.

Which sauces could we serve with picanha?

  • You can serve it with avocado herb sauce, chimichurri, or garlic butter sauce without extra sugar.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

No. of Calories: 450 kcal

Sodium: 1,200 mg

Net Carbs: 1 g

Fiber: 0 g

Sugar: 0 g

Fats: 32 g

Proteins: 38 g

Portion Size: 6 oz.

Total Carbs: 2 g