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Brazilian Picanha served and ready to eat

Brazilian Picanha

Brazilian-style top rump steak with a thick fat cap, salted simply and grilled until charred — the king of Brazilian barbecue.

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10 minPrep
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15 minCook
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4Serves
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MediumLevel
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Ingredients

  • 1.2kg picanha (top rump with fat cap)
  • Coarse rock salt
  • Optional: chimichurri or vinaigrette to serve

Instructions

  1. Cut the picanha into 3-finger-thick slices, against the grain.
  2. Score the fat cap in a criss-cross pattern.
  3. Curve each slice into a "C" shape and skewer through both sides if grilling on skewers.
  4. Salt generously with coarse rock salt.
  5. Grill over high heat, fat side down first to render, then turn — about 6-8 minutes total for medium-rare.
  6. Rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
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Tara’s tips

  • Keep it simple — just salt is traditional.
  • The fat cap is what makes picanha — don't trim it.

Serving suggestions

  • Serve with farofa and salsa criolla, or just chimichurri.

Storage & reheating

Best fresh.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

Where to find picanha?

Brazilian butchers stock it; otherwise ask for "top rump" or "rump cap" with fat on.

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