Authentic Brazilian Churrasco Recipe

Bring the festive atmosphere of a Brazilian barbecue to your backyard with this delicious churrasco recipe. Churrasco, which translates to 'barbecue' in Portuguese, is a traditional Brazilian method of grilling meats over an open flame. The smoky flavor combined with the tenderness of the meat makes it a favorite among meat lovers. This recipe will guide you through the process of creating a mouthwatering churrasco feast that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of beef sirloin, cut into thick steaks
• 2 pounds of chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 1 pound of pork tenderloin, sliced
• 1 pound of sausages, such as linguica or chorizo
• 1 cup of chimichurri sauce
• 1 cup of farofa (toasted cassava flour)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Skewers

Directions

1. Marinate the beef, chicken, pork, and sausages in the chimichurri sauce for at least 2 hours.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
3. Thread the marinated meats and sausages onto skewers, alternating between different types of meat.
4. Season the skewered meats with salt and pepper on both sides.
5. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is achieved.
6. While the meats are grilling, prepare the farofa by toasting the cassava flour in a dry skillet until golden brown.
7. Serve the churrasco skewers hot off the grill, accompanied by chimichurri sauce and farofa.
8. Enjoy the flavorful and authentic taste of Brazilian churrasco!

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