Peruvian Grilled Anticuchos
A traditional Peruvian dish of grilled beef heart skewers, marinated in a flavorful mixture of onions and spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef heart
- ●2 large onionsthinly sliced
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 aji amarillo pepperdiced (or substitute with jalapeño)
- ●1 teaspoon peruvian aji panca pepper powder
- ●1 teaspoon cumin
- ●1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- ●1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- ●1/2 teaspoon salt
- ● grilled
Instructions
- 1
Soak 20-25 bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Cut the beef heart into 1-inch cubes and thread onto the skewers.
- 3
In a bowl, mix together sliced onions, minced garlic, diced aji amarillo pepper, Peruvian aji panca pepper powder, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, and salt.
- 4
Add the onion mixture to the skewers and toss to coat.
- 5
Let the skewers sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the marinade to penetrate.
- 6
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- 7
Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
- 9
Optional: Serve with a side of grilled onions or chimichurri sauce.