Steak Bowl Chimichurri (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Steak

01 - Around 1½ to 2 pounds of skirt steak
02 - 1½ teaspoons of kosher salt, coarse variety
03 - ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper (just a pinch)
04 - 2 tablespoons of neutral oil, like canola, avocado, or grapeseed

→ For Serving

05 - 1 cup of cilantro-packed chimichurri
06 - 2 to 3 cups of warm cooked rice (white)
07 - Optional: tangy pickled red onions
08 - Optional: wedges of lime for squeezing over
09 - Optional: sprigs of fresh cilantro for garnish
10 - Optional: flaky salt to sprinkle on top

# Instructions:

01 - Pat the steak dry with some paper towels. Sprinkle the salt and pepper all over it. Leave it at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
02 - Whip up a batch of cilantro chimichurri using your favorite recipe.
03 - Heat up a cast iron pan on high for 5 minutes until blazing hot. Add the oil, then sear the steak for 2–3 minutes per side. Aim for 125–130°F internally for medium-rare doneness.
04 - Let the steak chill for 5–10 minutes. Slice it thinly against the grain so it stays tender.
05 - Start with a scoop of rice in each bowl. Top with steak slices and pour chimichurri on top. Add extra toppings like cilantro, sea salt, lime, or onions if you'd like.

# Notes:

01 - No skirt steak? Use your favorite cut instead.
02 - Switch out rice with roasted plantains for something different.
03 - Add veggies like corn, zucchini, spinach, avocado, or whatever you love.