Cuisine : Asado Paraguayo: Steps to make this Paraguayan dish

*Asado Paraguayo* is a popular Paraguayan barbecue, known for its delicious grilled meats. Here's a simple guide on how to prepare it:

**Ingredients:**

*For the Marinade:*

- 2 kg beef (cuts like ribs, sirloin, or flank steak)

- 1 cup soy sauce

- 1 cup vinegar

- 1 cup orange juice

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- Salt and pepper to taste

*For Grilling:*

- Hardwood or charcoal for the grill

**Instructions:**

1. **Marinate the Meat:**

   - In a large bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, orange juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.

   - Place the meat in the marinade, ensuring it's well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least a few hours or overnight for better flavor absorption.

2. **Prepare the Grill:**

   - Preheat the grill to a medium-high heat. If using hardwood or charcoal, let them burn until you have hot coals.

3. **Grill the Meat:**

   - Remove the meat from the marinade and let any excess drip off.

   - Grill the meat to your preferred doneness. This style of barbecue often involves slow cooking, allowing the flavors to intensify.

4. **Basting (Optional):**

   - Optionally, you can baste the meat with the marinade during the grilling process to add extra flavor.

5. **Rest and Serve:**

   - Once the meat is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

   - Serve the grilled meat with traditional accompaniments like sopa paraguaya (Paraguayan cornbread), mandioca (yucca), and fresh salads.

Asado Paraguayo is a social and festive meal in Paraguay, often enjoyed with family and friends during gatherings and celebrations. The combination of the marinade and grilling method imparts a unique and savory taste to the meat.