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Turbo Picanha Steak
Breville Test Kitchen

Breville Test Kitchen

Turbo Picanha Steak

The Brazilians know a thing or two about steak and this is the country’s most popular cut. Flavor-packed, the picanha is precision cooked Turbo sous vide for a melt-in-the-mouth result, up to twice as fast. A quick sear at the end gives it a rich seasoned crust. Best. Steak. Ever! This recipe is tuned in for Breville+. Download the app and let Autopilot take the guesswork out of cooking, using our visual doneness selector.
the Joule® Turbo Sous Vide
the Joule® Turbo Sous Vide Product Details

the Joule® Turbo Sous Vide

25 mins total time

10 mins active time

Easy

Serves

Ingredients


Measurements:

  • picanha(s) (rump cap steak) icon
    Picanha(s) (rump cap steak)
  • kosher salt (per steak) icon
    ¼ tsp kosher salt (per steak)
  • oil (per steak) icon
    1 tsp oil (per steak)
  • neutral flavored oil icon
    Neutral flavored oil

    as needed for searing

  • sea salt icon
    Sea salt

    to season

  • freshly ground black pepper icon
    Freshly ground black pepper

    to season

Instructions

  • 1Place the Joule™ Turbo Sous Vide inside a pot or large vessel (max 8 quarts) and place on a trivet. Fill with cool tap water until approximately halfway between the minimum and maximum fill lines and keep the pot uncovered.
    Tip: A trivet will protect your countertop from direct contact with the hot pot or vessel.
  • 2Fold the steak(s) ends towards each other and secure with two skewers to form a rainbow shape (fat outside). Brush with oil and sprinkle with salt, then place in a large microwave-safe, zipper-lock freezer bag, with the point of the skewers facing the bag opening. If cooking 2 steaks, place flat, side by side. If cooking more, use multiple bags.
    Tip: You can substitute the oil for any flavored oil or butter. Also feel free to add your favorite herbs, spices or dry rub.
  • 3In Breville+, press Set Time & Temp at the bottom of the screen and follow the prompts to customize the cooking of your steak(s). Once set, lower the bag into the water against the side of the pot, while using a spatula to push it three-quarters of the way down. This will remove the air and ensures it does not float. Seal the bag and Start Turbo. 
  • 4When the timer signals that the steak is done, heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-based frying pan over high heat. Carefully remove the bag from the water. Place the steak(s) on a paper towel lined cooling rack set over a tray and pat dry. 
  • 5Only when the pan starts to smoke (this will prevent overcooking and sticking), add 1 tablespoon of oil and sear the steak(s) for 30 seconds on each side. Transfer the steak(s) to a cooling rack set over a tray and rest for 1 minute. Repeat as necessary to cook all steaks. 
    Tip: For extra flavor and color, you can add a knob of butter and baste the steak while searing.
  • 6Transfer to a chopping board or serving plate and remove the skewers. Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. 
Main course
Gluten Free
Dairy Free

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