American Wagyu Picanha Steak

If you don’t have time to jet set to the beaches of Copacabana to enjoy an authentic Brazilian steakhouse experience, Good Silver Steak Co.’s American Wagyu Picanha Steaks are the next best thing. These hard-to-find marvels of marbling combine tenderness to deliver a one-of-a-kind taste experience.

The Wagyu Picanha Steak’s hearty fat cap adds a distinct richness to the flavor while also acting as a self-basting element that preserves the juiciness of the cut. For an easy at-home meal, a hot grill is all you need. But if you’re looking to wow a crowd, skewer your Good Silver picanha and slice straight from the grill, churrascaria style. We guarantee there won’t be a red flag in sight.

1. Coat your wagyu picanha with a liberal dose of salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil, and lime juice for authentic Brazilian flavor.
2. Get half your grill ripping hot, leaving the other side free of lump or briquettes, and sear each side, fat side down first, for no more than 2 minutes.
3. Move your steak to the other side for 9–12 minutes of indirect grilling until it reaches an internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare. If using a gas grill, start on high heat and then drop to low after treating each side to a 2-minute inferno bath.
4. Let your wagyu picanha steak rest for 5 minutes before taking your food journey to South America.

There’s no doubt Good Silver’s wagyu picanha is the star of the show, but sides just enhance the experience. The fresh, bright flavors of a tomato or watermelon salad add perfect harmony to the charred deliciousness of the beef. Grilled pineapple, herbed couscous, or chickpeas and rice deliver a proper Brazilian experience.

For a classic wine pairing, pour yourself a glass of Argentinian malbec. Other noteworthy varietals include merlot, syrah, and Bordeaux. A dark, full-bodied stout or porter holds up well to the richness of wagyu picanha. Brazil’s national cocktail, the Caipirinha, is a sure way to sweep your taste buds to the shores of the Atlantic. Now all that’s left to do is sip, slice, and savor.