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How to Make an ARGENTINE BBQ 🔥🤠 | An Asado Tutorial with My Argentine Father in Rural Argentina!

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Argentine Asado

Cultural Context

Asado is a traditional Argentine barbecue that reflects the country's rich gaucho heritage. Originating from the Pampas region, it is not just a meal but a social event, often accompanied by family and friends gathering around the grill. The practice of slow-cooking various cuts of meat over an open flame has become a symbol of Argentine culture, celebrated for its communal spirit. Today, asado has gained popularity worldwide, with many countries adopting their own versions of this grilling tradition.

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180 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3 lbs beef ribs
1 lb chorizo
2 lbs short ribs
1 lb blood sausage
2 lbs pork
1.5 lbs chicken
2 tablespoons salt
1 cup chimichurri sauce
2 cups mixed vegetables
1 lb wood or charcoal
1 loaf bread
1 bottle red wine

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

beef ribs

🥗Healthier: lean cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: pork ribs

Lean cuts provide a healthier option while pork ribs are often less expensive.

chimichurri sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa verde

💰Cheaper: olive oil + vinegar + herbs

Salsa verde offers a fresh alternative, while the homemade mix can be more economical.

1

Prepare the grill by lighting wood or charcoal until covered in ash.

2

Season the meats generously with salt before placing them on the grill.

3

Arrange beef ribs on the grill, cooking slowly over indirect heat.

4

Add chorizo and short ribs to the grill after the beef has started to brown.

5

Cook blood sausage until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Place chicken on the grill and cook until juices run clear, about 15-20 minutes.

7

Rotate meats occasionally to ensure even cooking.

8

Brush chimichurri sauce over meats during the last few minutes of cooking.

9

Serve grilled meats with fresh bread and chimichurri on the side.

10

Pair with red wine for an authentic experience.

Cooking Techniques

grillingseasoningbasting

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

AsadoArgentinian Barbecue

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