Argentine Asado with Chimichurri & Papas Arrugadas
A juicy ribeye steak cooked over an open wood fire, with deep grill marks and a tender, pink center. Served with a vibrant green chimichurri made from fresh parsley, garlic, oregano, and chili—herby, spicy, and with just enough acidity to elevate the meat to a whole new level. The Papas Arrugadas bring their white salt crust to the table, grounding the dish in a way that’s as simple as it is satisfying. This is Argentine barbecue culture—no compromises, just fire, time, and the right meat. With a Carménère Single Vineyard from the Cachapoal Valley in your glass, it becomes an evening that lasts longer than planned.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course BBQ / Grill, Meat dish
Cuisine Argentine, South American
Servings 2 people
Calories 720 kcal
1 Holzkohlengrill oder Gasgrill
1 Gusseisenpfanne (alternativ) Kochtopf für Papas Arrugadas
Rührschüsseln
1 Schneidebrett und Messer
1 Fleischzange
1 Küchenthermometer
FOR THE ASADO:
- 2 Beef steaks Ribeye or entrecôte, about 250 g each, at least 2 cm thick
- 2 tablespoon of coarse sea salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper coarsely ground
- 2 Tablespoon of olive oil
FOR THE CHIMICHURRI:
- 1 a large bunch of fresh flat-leaf parsley finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme
- 1 red chili pepper finely chopped
- 100 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of coarse sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
FOR THE PAPAS ARRUGADAS:
- 500 g small waxy potatoes as close to the same size as possible
- 100 g coarse sea salt
- Water – just enough to cover the potatoes
FOR SERVING:
- Fresh parsley
- lemon wedges
- Coarse sea salt Fleur de sel
PREPARATION:
Prepare the chimichurri at least 1 hour before grilling—combine all the ingredients, season to taste, and let it sit at room temperature.
Take the steaks out of the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
Generously season both sides with coarse sea salt and pepper.
To make Papas Arrugadas, wash the potatoes and place them in a pot with the salt and just enough water to barely cover them.
COOKING STEPS:
Cook the papas arrugadas over medium heat until the water has completely evaporated and the potatoes develop a white crust of salt—this takes about 25–30 minutes.
Swirl the pot briefly over the heat until the crust is dry and crispy. Keep warm.
Preheat the grill to the highest setting.
Rub the steaks with olive oil and cook over direct heat until done to your liking: 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Remove the steaks from the grill and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes—do not cut into them.
SERVE:
Place the steaks on preheated plates.
Drizzle the chimichurri generously over or around the dish—it serves as both a sauce and a seasoning.
Serve the papas arrugadas alongside them, with their white salt crust.
Garnish with fresh parsley, lemon wedges, and fleur de sel.
Serve immediately.
SIDE DISHES:
Grilled Chimichurri Bread
Grilled corn on the cob with herb butter
Grüner Blattsalat mit Zitronen-Vinaigrette
Calories: 720kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 38gFat: 36g
Keyword Argentine barbecue, Asado Recipe, Besoain Single Vineyard, Cachapoal Valley, Carménère and Beef, Make your own chimichurri, Papas Arrugadas, Wine from Chile