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Anticuchos

Anticuchos are an easy chili-marinated skewer from Peru that are a delicious addition to your BBQ.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 3 (approx)
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin tips (or other cut good for grilling)
  • 3 tbsp aji panca (or other medium-heat chili paste)
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

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  1. Cut the beef into roughly 1 1/2 in cubes.
  2. Mix together the remaining ingredients in a non-reactive bowl and add the beef chunks. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least a few hours.
  3. When ready to grill, thread the beef cubes onto skewers. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (you should be able to hold you hand a few inches from the grates for 4-6 seconds). Cook the kebabs until the beef is cooked through (slightly pink is fine), turning as needed to cook evenly.

Notes

  • These would typically be served with boiled potatoes and/or corn (ideally large Peruvian corn if you can get it) and aji amarillo mixed with a little chopped scallion/onion and a pinch of salt to dip the meat in.