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A photo of a chimchurri steak with roast potatoes and a wedge of lemon on a plate.

Chimichurri Steak with Crispy Roasted Potatoes

Juicy steak topped with fresh chimichurri and served with crispy roasted potatoes – a bold, satisfying dinner that’s easier than it looks.
Servings 2
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

For the steak:

  • 2 sirloin or ribeye steaks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: a knob of butter for basting

For the chimichurri:

  • 1 small bunch fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 –2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ tsp chilli flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the potatoes:

  • 300 g baby potatoes halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then spread them out on a non-stick oven tray like this one, cut side down. Roast for 25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Meanwhile, make the chimichurri in a mixing bowl like this. Combine the finely chopped parsley, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, chilli flakes (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir and set aside.
  • Pat the steaks dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat a heavy-based frying pan or griddle pan such as this one over high heat with a little oil. Cook the steaks for 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your liking. Flip them easily using a pair of tongs like these.
  • Rest the steaks for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with a spoonful of chimichurri over the top and roasted potatoes on the side.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Argentinian
Keyword: meat, potato, steak