Grilled Argentine Chimichurri Skirt Steak with Charred Summer Vegetables

Make the chimichurri by stirring together the parsley, oregano, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, and a generous pinch of salt; set aside to mingle for at least 15 minutes.

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb skirt steak, at room temperature
• 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the vegetables
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 zucchini, sliced lengthwise
• 1 red bell pepper, quartered
• 1 red onion, cut into thick rings
• Coarse salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the chimichurri by stirring together the parsley, oregano, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, and a generous pinch of salt; set aside to mingle for at least 15 minutes.
2. Pat the skirt steak dry and season both sides well with coarse salt and black pepper.
3. Heat a grill to high, until the coals are white-hot or the burners are fully preheated.
4. Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5. Grill the steak 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, moving it once to build crosshatch marks; transfer to a board and let rest 8 minutes.
6. While the steak rests, grill the vegetables 3 to 4 minutes per side until charred and tender, then arrange on a platter.
7. Slice the steak thinly against the grain to keep every piece tender.
8. Fan the steak over the vegetables and spoon the chimichurri generously across the top.
9. Serve with the remaining chimichurri on the side and crusty bread to catch the juices.
10. Chimichurri is the soul of the Argentine asado, a punchy raw sauce of parsley, garlic, and vinegar that cuts the richness of grass-fed beef. Skirt steak, or entraña, is prized on the parrilla for its loose grain and quick sear, making it the ideal cut for a fast, smoky summer dinner over an open flame.

Nutrition (estimated, per serving)

• Calories: 560 kcal
• Protein: 38g
• Fat: 40g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 520mg