📍 Where this dish comes from: Huancayo, Mantaro Valley
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Peru’s most beloved street-food skewer, marinated in a bold aji panca and vinegar marinade and grilled hot and fast.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb beef heart or sirloin cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 tbsp aji panca paste
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Sea salt and black pepper
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Whisk together the aji panca paste, vinegar, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the beef cubes in the marinade and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- Thread onto skewers.
- Grill over high heat 3–4 minutes per side, until charred.
- Serve hot with lime.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 290kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 16g
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Health Benefits
- Lean beef and a sugar-free marinade keep this naturally low-carb.
Pairs Well With
- Huancaina Cauliflower
- Judías Verdes Saltadas

