(Quiero Aprender a Cocinar) Capítulo 3: "Asado a la Estaca"

whole lamb

💰Cheaper: whole goat

Goat is often less expensive and has a similar flavor profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth can add moisture and flavor without the cost of wine.

paprika

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Smoked paprika can provide a similar flavor at a lower price.

Welcome to the cooking chapter; today we will prepare Asado a la Estaca.

Select a small guayabera tree to make the spit, ensuring it is clean and free of contaminants.

Prepare the fire pit, digging a hole approximately 60 centimeters deep and 80 centimeters wide.

Place the wood in the pit, ensuring that it is clean and ready for cooking.

Light the fire with dry wood to create a steady flame.

Once the fire is burning, add larger pieces of wood to maintain the heat.

Prepare the lamb by cleaning it and applying olive oil on both sides.

Season the lamb with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coverage.

Mount the lamb on the spit, positioning it correctly for cooking.

Cook the lamb for about three hours, monitoring it closely and turning it regularly.

Avoid cutting the lamb too early to retain the juices; wait until it has formed a crust.

Once cooked, remove the lamb from the spit and clean off any dirt before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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