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Carne en Palito

Cultural Context

Originating from Panama, Carne en Palito is a beloved street food that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during festivals and gatherings, these skewers are a celebration of flavor, combining marinated meat with vibrant vegetables. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Panama, often found at barbecues and outdoor events across Central America.

PanamanianPAmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
2 cups bell peppers
1 cup onions
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
8 skewers
1/4 cup fresh herbs (for garnish)
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 cup papaya (optional)
2 tablespoons vinegar (optional)
1/2 cup beer (optional)
1/4 cup basil (optional)
1/4 cup parsley (optional)
1 teaspoon oregano (optional)
1/2 lb embutidos (optional)
1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional)
1 egg (optional)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

1

Soak skewers in water to prevent burning.

2

Select good quality beef that is tender and not too fatty.

3

Pound the beef thinly using plastic wrap to make it more tender.

4

Prepare a marinade with half a glass of beer, half a green bell pepper, a handful of basil, parsley (optional), a teaspoon of salt, a teaspoon of oregano, black pepper, cumin, and a splash of vinegar.

5

Blend the marinade ingredients together, adding vegetable oil gradually.

6

Let the beef marinate for about an hour with the papaya and vinegar mixture.

7

Massage the marinade into the beef to ensure it penetrates well.

8

Prepare the skewers by alternating pieces of beef and vegetables, including red onion and green bell pepper.

9

Create a mayonnaise with parsley to serve as a sauce for the skewers.

10

Cook the skewers on the grill until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlskewersknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Skewered MeatMeat on a Stick

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