Chimichurri Flank Steak & Cauliflower Burrito

Chimichurri Flank Steak & Cauliflower Burrito

An upscale, Argentinian-inspired fusion burrito featuring charred, tender flank steak and garlicky cauliflower rice. The vibrant, acidic herb sauce cuts through the richness of the beef, replacing traditional dairy for a fresh, high-protein finish.

35mIntermediate3 burritos

Equipment

Cast iron skillet
Food processor*
Chef's knife
Cutting board
Meat thermometer
Tongs

* optional

Ingredients

3 servings

Chimichurri Sauce

  • 40 g fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves and tender stems
  • 10 g fresh oregano, leaves only
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 45 ml red wine vinegar
  • 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 g red chili flakes, dried
  • 15 ml warm water
  • 3 g salt

Steak & Base

  • 450 g flank steak, trimmed
  • 300 g cauliflower rice, raw
  • 15 ml neutral oil
  • 5 g salt
  • 2 g black pepper, freshly ground

Assembly

  • 3 low-carb wraps

Nutrition (per serving)

611
Calories
47g
Protein
13g
Carbs
40g
Fat
6g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
1178mg
Sodium

Method

01

Combine parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, red chili flakes, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until herbs are finely chopped but not pureed into a paste. Stream in olive oil (and optional water) while pulsing to emulsify slightly. Transfer to a bowl to let flavors meld.

5m
02

Pat the flank steak completely dry with paper towels. Season aggressively on both sides with salt and black pepper. Press the seasoning into the meat.

03

Heat neutral oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until shimmering and just starting to smoke. Carefully lay the steak in the pan.

04

Sear the steak undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until an internal thermometer registers 52°C/125°F for medium-rare or 57°C/135°F for medium. Remove from pan to a cutting board.

9mLook for: Deep brown crustFeel: Firm with slight give
05

Let the steak rest for at least 10 minutes. This is critical for retaining juices.

10m
06

While steak rests, reduce heat to medium-high. Add cauliflower rice to the same skillet, stirring to scrape up the browned bits (fond) from the beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove from heat.

4m
07

Slice the rested steak against the grain (perpendicular to the muscle fibers) into extremely thin strips (approx 3mm thick).

08

Warm the wraps briefly in a dry pan or microwave. Layer cauliflower rice, sliced steak, and a generous drizzle of chimichurri (approx 15-20ml per burrito) into the center. Fold sides in and roll tightly to serve.

Chef's Notes

  • Flank steak is very lean; do not cook past medium (60°C/140°F) or it will become dry.
  • The chimichurri improves if made 1-2 hours ahead, allowing the garlic and vinegar to marry.
  • For a lighter sauce, substitute half the oil with water or extra vinegar as noted in ingredients.

Storage

Refrigerator: 3 daysStore components (steak, cauliflower, sauce) separately for best texture.

Reheating: Reheat steak and cauliflower gently in a pan; add sauce and wrap fresh.

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