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PIQUE A LO MACHO COCHABAMBINO. Plato Típico de Bolivia

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Pique a lo Macho

Cultural Context

Originating from Bolivia, Pique a lo Macho is a beloved dish that reflects the country's vibrant culinary landscape. Traditionally enjoyed as a hearty meal, it combines various proteins and vegetables, showcasing the flavors of Bolivian cuisine. Today, it is often served at gatherings and celebrations, embodying a spirit of sharing and community.

BolivianBOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 tomato
1 locoto
1 onion
1/2 kg sausage
1/2 kg tender beef (quadril)
4 hard-boiled eggs
3-4 potatoes
salt
pepper
oil
white wine

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: hot dogs

Turkey sausage is leaner, while hot dogs are often cheaper.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen fries

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while frozen fries are convenient.

1

Prepare the ingredients: wash the tomato and locoto, cut the onion in half, and slice the sausage and beef.

2

Boil the eggs for 8-10 minutes until hard-boiled.

3

Soak sliced onions in cold water to reduce spiciness.

4

Peel and cut the potatoes into pieces, preferably using a different type than regular potatoes for better flavor.

5

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the potatoes until golden brown.

6

While the potatoes cook, cut the onion and locoto into rings and soak them in cold water.

7

Prepare the sausage by slicing it into pieces and cutting the beef into strips.

8

Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the pan and set aside.

9

In the same pan, add the sausage and beef and cook until browned.

10

Serve the dish with the fried potatoes topped with the meat mixture and sliced hard-boiled eggs.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfryinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

frying panknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Pique Macho

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