Tri-Tip Sandwich with Chimichurri Sauce (Tortas de Bistec)
These tri-tip sandwiches with chimichurri sauce are beyond ridiculous. I made them many times for picnics and dinners this summer. Slices of tender and moist beef in a warm toasted bolillo with homemade tangy chimichurri sauce, lettuce, tomato, Oaxaca cheese, and creamy slices of avocado is heaven all in one bite.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- HARD
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 handful Italian parsley (stems removed)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 handful fresh cilantro (stems removed)
- 2 garlic cloves (peeled)
- 3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 2 tablespoons coarse black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- yellow mustard
- 2 pounds tri-tip steak (abut 2” thick)
- 4 bolillos (Mexican rolls or French sandwich rolls)
- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- Lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Oaxaca cheese slices
- Avocado slices
- Red onion slices
Instructions
- 1
Puree all ingredients in a blender. Transfer to bowl. (Cover and let stand at room temperature.)
- 2
In a large dish combine dry ingredients with a fork.
- 3
Apply a light coat of yellow mustard to the meat then sprinkle enough rub on the entire surface of the meat on both sides.
- 4
Preheat a gas grill to medium-high. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side over direct heat until nicely charred. Lower gas grill heat to medium and cook an additional 6 to 8 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer registers 120°F for rare (steak will carry over to 125°F, or medium-rare, as it rests).
- 5
Transfer meat to a carving board; let rest for 10 minutes. Thinly slice against the grain.
- 6
Spread butter on bolillos and place the rolls buttered side down on a hot griddle and slightly toast.
- 7
Spread chimichurri sauce on one side of the warm toasted bolillo.
- 8
Place desired amount of meat and garnish with toppings of your choice.