Beef Picanha Steak
R Family Farms Beef Picanha Steak is a premium, lesser-known cut prized for its juicy texture and rich, beefy flavor. Popular in Brazilian cuisine, this steak comes from the top of the sirloin and features a distinctive fat cap that bastes the meat as it cooks. Raised on our farm with care and quality in mind, our Angus picanha delivers a restaurant-worthy experience whether grilled, roasted, or seared at home.
Key Features
Source:
Sourced from responsibly raised Angus cattle on R Family Farms. Our cattle are pasture-raised and grain-finished for ideal marbling and robust flavor.Taste Profile:
Bold and buttery with deep beef richness. The fat cap renders during cooking, infusing the meat with irresistible juiciness and flavor.
AVAILABLE SIZES:
Each Steak Weighs Approximately: 18 oz
Package Includes: 1 Steak
Target Package Weight: 18 oz
R Family Farms Beef Picanha Steak is a premium, lesser-known cut prized for its juicy texture and rich, beefy flavor. Popular in Brazilian cuisine, this steak comes from the top of the sirloin and features a distinctive fat cap that bastes the meat as it cooks. Raised on our farm with care and quality in mind, our Angus picanha delivers a restaurant-worthy experience whether grilled, roasted, or seared at home.
Key Features
Source:
Sourced from responsibly raised Angus cattle on R Family Farms. Our cattle are pasture-raised and grain-finished for ideal marbling and robust flavor.Taste Profile:
Bold and buttery with deep beef richness. The fat cap renders during cooking, infusing the meat with irresistible juiciness and flavor.
AVAILABLE SIZES:
Each Steak Weighs Approximately: 18 oz
Package Includes: 1 Steak
Target Package Weight: 18 oz
R Family Farms Beef Picanha Steak is a premium, lesser-known cut prized for its juicy texture and rich, beefy flavor. Popular in Brazilian cuisine, this steak comes from the top of the sirloin and features a distinctive fat cap that bastes the meat as it cooks. Raised on our farm with care and quality in mind, our Angus picanha delivers a restaurant-worthy experience whether grilled, roasted, or seared at home.
Key Features
Source:
Sourced from responsibly raised Angus cattle on R Family Farms. Our cattle are pasture-raised and grain-finished for ideal marbling and robust flavor.Taste Profile:
Bold and buttery with deep beef richness. The fat cap renders during cooking, infusing the meat with irresistible juiciness and flavor.
AVAILABLE SIZES:
Each Steak Weighs Approximately: 18 oz
Package Includes: 1 Steak
Target Package Weight: 18 oz
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Keep the fat cap on while cooking to enhance flavor and moisture. Cook to medium-rare (130–135°F) and always slice against the grain for tenderness.
Frying (Skillet or Cast Iron)
Heat pan over medium-high.
Score fat cap slightly and sear fat side down for 3–4 minutes until golden.
Flip and sear meat side for 2–3 minutes.
Finish in oven if thick. Rest, slice, and serve.
Oven-Baked
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Sear fat side down in an oven-safe pan for 4 minutes.
Flip and transfer to oven for 10–15 minutes.
Rest and slice thinly across the grain.
Air Fryer
Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
Score fat and season generously.
Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping once.
Let rest before slicing.
Grill
Preheat grill to medium-high.
Grill fat side down first, 4–5 minutes.
Flip and cook another 4–6 minutes until medium-rare.
Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
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Picanha is perfect for skewering and grilling over open flame (Brazilian churrasco style), or roasting whole and slicing thin for steak sandwiches, tacos, or platters.
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Ingredients:
1 R Family Farms Beef Picanha Steak
Coarse salt
Olive oil (optional)
Wooden or metal skewers (for churrasco style)
Instructions:
Score fat cap and cut into 2–3 thick steaks, folding each into a “C” shape.
Skewer and generously salt.
Grill over open flame, rotating every few minutes, until internal temp reaches 130–135°F.
Let rest, then slice thinly and serve with chimichurri or farofa.
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1. What is picanha?
Picanha is a flavorful cut from the top sirloin, popular in Brazilian cuisine. It’s known for its fat cap, which helps it stay juicy and richly flavored when grilled or roasted.2. Is R Family Farms picanha from Angus beef?
Yes! Our picanha comes from Angus cattle raised on family-owned farms. Angus is prized for its marbling and flavor, making it perfect for specialty cuts like this.3. Should I remove the fat cap before cooking?
No—leave the fat cap on during cooking. It renders slowly and infuses the steak with flavor and moisture. Trim excess only after resting if desired.4. Can I roast this whole or should I cut it first?
Both methods work! Roast whole for a traditional approach or slice into steaks and grill individually for quicker cooking.5. What’s the best doneness for picanha?
Medium-rare (130–135°F) is ideal to preserve tenderness and juiciness. Overcooking can toughen this naturally lean cut.
