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Tuco Uruguayo

Cultural Context

Tuco Uruguayo is a beloved sauce in Uruguay, often served with pasta, reflecting the Italian influence on Uruguayan cuisine. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, it embodies the spirit of home cooking and family gatherings. Today, variations exist, with some adding different vegetables or spices, showcasing its adaptability and enduring popularity in Uruguayan households.

UruguayanUYmain
50 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 g tallarines Adria
500 g carne
2 cebollas medianas
1 morrón rojo
2 dientes de ajo
1 lata de tomate
1 taza agua o caldo
1 vaso vino tinto
2 cucharadas aceite de oliva
sal
pimienta
pimentón
comino
1 hoja de laurel

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey offers a leaner option while ground pork is often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while vinegar enhances acidity at a lower cost.

1

Cook tallarines until al dente; set aside.

2

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot.

3

Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.

4

Add canned tomatoes and mix well, pressing them down.

5

Stir in pimentón and comino; let cook for a moment.

6

Pour in red wine and let it evaporate.

7

Add 500 g of meat cut into large pieces; cook until tender.

8

If the sauce gets too dry, add 1 cup of water or broth as needed.

9

Simmer until the meat is tender and the flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Uruguayan SauceTuco

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