Name: Anticuchos de Corazón
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound beef heart ((can be substituted with chicken or beef)); 1/4 cup vinegar ((preferably red wine vinegar)); 2 tablespoons aji panca paste ((or substitute with another chili paste)); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and pepper (to taste); Skewers ((metal or soaked wooden skewers))

Anticuchos de Corazón

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Anticuchos de Corazón is a delicious and traditional Peruvian dish. It is usually made by marinating and grilling skewers of meat, typically beef heart, but it can also be made with other meats like chicken or beef. The meat is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices, vinegar, and often aji panca (a type of Peruvian chili pepper) to give it a unique and tangy taste.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Peruvian

Calories: 145

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Ingredients

1 pound beef heart (can be substituted with chicken or beef)
1/4 cup vinegar (preferably red wine vinegar)
2 tablespoons aji panca paste (or substitute with another chili paste)
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Skewers (metal or soaked wooden skewers)

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Prepare the meat by removing any excess fat or tough membranes from the beef heart. Cut it into small cubes, approximately 1 inch in size. If using chicken or beef, cut them into similar-sized pieces.
In a bowl, combine the vinegar, aji panca paste, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. This is your marinade.
Add the meat cubes to the marinade and mix until all the pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for about 30 minutes prior to grilling. This prevents them from burning.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated meat onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred. Be careful not to overcook it to keep the meat tender and juicy.
Once done, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Serve the Anticuchos hot and enjoy! They are often accompanied by boiled potatoes, corn, or a fresh salsa.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 21gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 141mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 388mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 277IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 6mg

Notes

The actual cooking time on the grill can vary depending on the heat and the desired level of doneness.

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