Anticuchos

Anticuchos

Tender marinated beef heart skewers with a vibrant cilantro-vinegar glaze, grilled to perfection and served with spicy aji verde sauce.

⏱ 45 minServes 4Peruvian

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef heart, cleaned and cubed
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 2 onions, cut into chunks

Directions

  1. 1Mix red wine vinegar, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, olive oil, cilantro, and soy sauce in a large bowl.
  2. 2Add the cubed beef heart to the marinade, toss well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. 3Thread the marinated beef heart pieces and onion chunks alternately onto wooden or metal skewers.
  4. 4Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  5. 5Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.
  6. 6Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately with lime wedges and aji verde sauce.

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