Anticuchos - How to prepare this Bolivian street food in detail

  

**Anticuchos** are a popular and flavorful Peruvian street food made with marinated and grilled skewered meat, typically beef heart. Here's a detailed guide on how to prepare Anticuchos:

### Ingredients:

#### For the Marinade:

- 2 lbs beef heart or beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon ground cumin

- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

- 1 teaspoon dried oregano

- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

- 1 teaspoon chili powder or aji amarillo paste (Peruvian yellow chili pepper)

- Salt and pepper to taste

- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar

- 1/4 cup vegetable oil

#### For the Skewers:

- Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes

### Instructions:

#### **Marinade Preparation:**

1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, ground turmeric, chili powder or aji amarillo paste, salt, and pepper.

2. Add red wine vinegar and vegetable oil to the spice mixture, creating a marinade.

3. Place the beef heart or sirloin cubes in a large bowl, pour the marinade over them, and ensure the meat is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for more flavor.

#### **Skewering:**

1. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

2. Thread the marinated meat onto the soaked bamboo skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

#### **Grilling:**

1. Grill the skewers for about 3-5 minutes per side or until the meat is cooked to your liking.

2. While grilling, baste the meat with any remaining marinade for added flavor and moisture.

3. Ensure the beef heart is cooked thoroughly, as it tends to be chewy if undercooked.

#### **Serving:**

1. Serve the Anticuchos hot off the grill.

2. Traditionally, Anticuchos are accompanied by boiled potatoes, corn on the cob, and aji sauce (spicy Peruvian sauce) on the side.

3. Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or cilantro.

Enjoy your homemade Anticuchos, a delicious and authentic Peruvian dish!