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Barbacoa

Cultural Context

Barbacoa has its roots in Mexico, traditionally made with lamb or goat, and cooked in a pit covered with maguey leaves. It symbolizes communal gatherings and celebrations, often served at special occasions. Today, barbacoa has evolved and is enjoyed globally, with variations that include different meats and cooking methods.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 kilos de carne de res
5 ajos grandes
Media cebolla chica
8 chiles guajillos
1 chile ancho
1 chile chipotle seco
2 tomates rojos
1 cuadrito de consomé de pollo
4 hojas de aguacatillo
4 hojas de laurel
Una ramita de tomillo
Media cucharadita de oreganillo seco
Media cucharadita de comino
4 pimientas gordas
3 clavos de olor
15 pimientas negras
1 cucharadita de semillas de cilantro
Sal
Manteca de cerdo
Hoja de plátano
2 cucharadas de vinagre de manzana
Litro y medio de agua
1

In a large pot, add the 2 kilos of carne de res and cover with 1.5 liters of water.

2

Add the 5 ajos, media cebolla, 8 chiles guajillos, 1 chile ancho, 1 chile chipotle, and 2 tomates rojos to the pot.

3

Add the cuadrito de consomé de pollo, 4 hojas de aguacatillo, 4 hojas de laurel, a ramita de tomillo, media cucharadita de oreganillo, media cucharadita de comino, 4 pimientas gordas, 3 clavos de olor, 15 pimientas negras, and 1 cucharadita de semillas de cilantro.

4

Season with salt to taste and add manteca de cerdo.

5

Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer, cooking until the meat is tender.

6

If the guisado starts to dry out, add a little more water as needed.

7

Serve wrapped in hoja de plátano.

Equipment Needed

large pot

Dietary

gluten-freedairy-freenut-free

Allergens

milk
Local Name: Barbacoa

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