What is Picanha? Exploring the Origins, Culinary Uses, and Popular Recipes
– Picanha is a cut of beef popular in Brazil and Latin American countries
– Also known as Sirloin Cap or Rump Cap in the United States
– Comes from the rump area above the butt of the animal
– Has a thick layer of fat
– Tastes like sirloin, tender and juicy with a lot of beefy flavor
– The fat cap on the steak is edible and adds flavor
– Can be cooked by searing the meat fat side down and slicing it into individual steaks
– Can also be cooked on long metal skewers with the fat layer still on
– Picanha is gaining popularity in the United States but can still be difficult to find
– Can be prepared in various ways such as grilling, smoking, or rotisserie
– Suggested seasonings include coarse salt, black pepper, and olive oil
– Other steak seasonings or marinades can be used
– Recommends finding a local butcher shop that does full animal breakdown for purchasing picanha in the United States
– PorterRoad.com is a specialty butcher that sells picanha online and can ship to any location within the 48 continuous states
– Advises checking stock availability as it sells out quickly
– No information about picanha itself provided
– Discusses different ways to prepare picanha and where to buy it in the United States
– Provides links to the author’s blog and cookbooks