Sous Vide Picanha Guide

Step 1

Preheat the sous vide immersion bath to 129°F for medium rare or 139°F for medium.

Step 2

Place the picanha, kosher salt, and smashed garlic in a vacuum-sealed bag. Seal it shut, and wait for the water to preheat. Once the water is at the target temperature, place the sealed picanha in the water. Cook for at least 2 hours, no longer than 4 hours.

Step 3

After the time is up, remove the picanha from the water bath and the bag. Pat dry.

Step 4

Heat up a cast-iron skillet medium heat, brushing with just a tbsp of oil to reduce splatter from the steaks.

Step 5

Slice into 1″ thick steaks and salt the sliced surface. Place the steaks into the skillet and sear each side for 2-3 minute until a brown crust has formed. Use tongs to turn the steaks on their sides and sear the edges (about 1 minute per edge).

Step 6

Remove the steaks and serve immediately. No need to rest the steaks when using the sous vide method.