Description
A traditional Argentinian asado is a flavorful barbecue featuring various cuts of grilled meat, often cooked over wood or charcoal for a rich, smoky taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef ribs
- 2 lbs flank steak
- 1 lb chorizo sausages
- 1 lb morcilla (blood sausage)
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1 cup chimichurri sauce
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the grill with wood or charcoal for medium-high heat.
- Season the beef ribs and flank steak with salt and black pepper.
- Place the ribs and steak on the grill, cooking for about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Add the chorizo and morcilla sausages to the grill, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- Wrap the potatoes in foil and place them on the grill until tender.
- Grill the bell peppers until slightly charred, then slice.
- Remove all meats and vegetables from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve with chimichurri sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use hardwood like quebracho for authentic flavor.
- Let the meat rest before slicing to retain juices.
- Chimichurri can be made ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Argentinian asado, grilled meat, barbecue, chimichurri