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Churrasco Ecuatoriano

Cultural Context

Churrasco Ecuatoriano is a beloved dish in Ecuador, showcasing the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings or celebrations, it features marinated grilled beef served with rice, fried eggs, and plantains. This dish reflects the fusion of indigenous and Spanish influences, making it a staple in Ecuadorian cuisine. In modern times, variations can be found across Latin America, each adding its unique twist to this hearty meal.

EcuadorianECmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs beef steak
3 cloves fresh garlic
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cumin
2 medium tomatoes
2 cups water
1 tablespoon achiote
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion
1 medium bell pepper
1 cup tomato sauce
4 large eggs
2 cups white rice
2 cups fried plantains
2 leaves lettuce
1 avocado
2 tablespoons lime juice

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

beef steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fried eggs

🥗Healthier: poached eggs

💰Cheaper: scrambled eggs

Poached eggs are lighter, while scrambled can be made with fewer ingredients.

plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini is lower in calories, while potatoes are more readily available.

1

Filetear el lomo de carne.

2

Añadir ajo fresco o pasta de ajo, sal, pimienta, y una pizca de comino a la carne.

3

Cortar un tomate y separar las semillas.

4

Picar otro tomate y licuarlo con un poco de agua, luego colar para obtener un fondo de puro tomate.

5

Agregar achote a un sartén con un poco de aceite para darle color a la carne.

6

Sellar la carne en el sartén con fuego alto para que no se reseque.

7

Devolver toda la carne sellada al sartén.

8

Agregar los vegetales (cebolla, pimiento, tomate) y el jugo de tomate colado.

9

Si falta líquido, añadir un poco más de agua y opcionalmente un par de cucharadas de salsa de tomate.

10

Tapar y cocinar durante 5 minutos, moviendo de arriba hacia abajo para mezclar.

11

Freír los huevos en un sartén con un poco de aceite.

12

Preparar la ensalada con lechuga, cebolla, tomate, aguacate, y aderezar con sal, pimienta y un chorrito de aceite.

13

Emplatar la versión de la costa: poner una porción de arroz, la ensalada, el bistec jugoso, y platanitos y papas fritas al lado.

14

Para la versión de la sierra, servir arroz, ensalada, carne, y dos huevos fritos, pero sin plátano maduro, solo con papa frita.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingfrying

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlpancutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Ecuadorian Grilled SteakChurrasco

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