Recipe information
Yield
Serves 2
Ingredients
3
/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley (from about 1 large bunch)
1
/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
3
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2
1/2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2
1/2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper
2
6-ounce beef tenderloin steaks (about 1 inch thick)
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Preparation
Step 1
Place chopped parsley in small metal bowl. Whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and crushed red pepper. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead.) Bring to room temperature before using.
Step 2
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle both sides of steaks with salt and pepper. Add steaks to skillet and cook until desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Slice steaks crosswise and arrange on platter. Spoon chimichurri sauce over and serve.