Picanha!

[BluewaterFever]

How many of you all have tried a picanha cooked whole on the grill?
This is the steak that is normally served at Brazilian steak houses on a skewer. It is a sirloin cap that has TONS of flavor and nice and tender. It's a close kin to the Tri Tip but much better in my opinion. I have spent quite a bit of time in California central coast where the Santa Maria Tri tip was first introduced.
Anyhow, they have these at Publix and I will indulge in one occasionally. Well tonight it's on the menu along with sweet taters and asperass.
More pics to follow:
All seasoned up!

On the flame!

 

[Cool Hand Luke]

Never heard of it but looking forward to a report

 

[ryork]

I’ve had it at Brazilian places a time or two. That looks like your off to a good start.

 

[BluewaterFever]

Resting

After a 10 minute rest, we couldn't wait to chow down.

Full plate!
It all came out delicious

 

[pjciii]

I had to steak school to find out about that slab of meat. Now I am interested. Got a butcher right here in town.

 

[NCHillbilly]

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Resting
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After a 10 minute rest, we couldn't wait to chow down.
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Full plate!
It all came out delicious

That looks awesome! Needs a slab of grilled pineapple.

 

[antharper]

That had to be delicious !

 

[Paymaster]

Man Yeah!!!!

 

[1eyefishing]

Never seen 'picanha' at Publix.
Is it sold under some other name?

 

[TJay]

I've been wanting to try one just can't seem to find one. I'll check Publix again.

 

[Lindseys Grandpa]

I have done one . It's very good similar to Tri-Tip which is my favorite. Like Tri tip be careful to not over cook it or you will ruin a good piece of meat . Last time I was at Costco they had them 2 to a pack .

 

[BluewaterFever]

NC HillBilly, only fresh pineapple and they aren't ready yet!
I have a bunch growing here but no fruit yet. A fresh homegrown pineapple is one of Mother Natures finest gifts.

1eyefishing,
I only know them as a picanha!

 

[ambush80]

How many of you all have tried a picanha cooked whole on the grill?
This is the steak that is normally served at Brazilian steak houses on a skewer. It is a sirloin cap that has TONS of flavor and nice and tender. It's a close kin to the Tri Tip but much better in my opinion. I have spent quite a bit of time in California central coast where the Santa Maria Tri tip was first introduced.
Anyhow, they have these at Publix and I will indulge in one occasionally. Well tonight it's on the menu along with sweet taters and asperass.
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All seasoned up!

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On the flame!

I'm used to seeing it like this: One of my favorite things at the churrascaria, seasoned perfectly with salt and fire.

 

[LonePine]

I cook up a picanha pretty regular by doing a reverse sear. Season with S&P and cook indirect until it gets to 120F. Then pull it off while I get the egg up to 500+. Then hit it 90 seconds on each side. Rest for 10 mins. Slice and serve with some chimmichuri. Fine eats for sure

 

[ambush80]

I cook up a picanha pretty regular by doing a reverse sear. Season with S&P and cook indirect until it gets to 115-120F. Then pull it off while I get the egg up to 500+. Then hit it 90 seconds on each side. Rest for 10 mins. Slice and serve with some chimmichuri. Fine eats for sure

Where do you buy yours?

 

[Stob]

Mercy! I was working in Brazil many years ago and was introduced to Picanha. I about killed myself on the stuff.

The places that I was introduced to it where very authentic (locals took me). I am guessing it was reversed seared as they brought it out and put it on a low flame grill that looked like a large George Forman grill of course modified. You then cut your own slices and forked onto your plate with a 'community fork and knife'. 100% the best steaks that I ever had - Argentinian beef.

 

[LonePine]

Where do you buy yours?

Usually can find it at my local Publix

 

[pjciii]

Found mine today at Brasstown Beef in Franklin. Being Friday they had steaks vacuumed sealed 2 to a pack. Didn't have a whole today. Looking forward to cooking it. Now have to find a good sauce recipe.

 

[ambush80]

Found mine today at Brasstown Beef in Franklin. Being Friday they had steaks vacuumed sealed 2 to a pack. Didn't have a whole today. Looking forward to cooking it. Now have to find a good sauce recipe.

Chimichurri

 

[ambush80]

Found mine today at Brasstown Beef in Franklin. Being Friday they had steaks vacuumed sealed 2 to a pack. Didn't have a whole today. Looking forward to cooking it. Now have to find a good sauce recipe.

What's that go for per pound?