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Carne en Palito

Cultural Context

Originating from Panama, Carne en Palito is a beloved street food that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during festivals and gatherings, these skewers are a celebration of flavor, combining marinated meat with vibrant vegetables. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Panama, often found at barbecues and outdoor events across Central America.

PanamanianPAmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon achiote
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 skewers

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

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

1

Start with tender beef, avoiding tough cuts.

2

Add paprika, salt, and black pepper to the beef, seasoning generously.

3

Pour in approximately 1.5 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce.

4

Add minced garlic, preferably finely grated, and achiote to the mixture.

5

Mix everything well until the beef is coated and has a nice color.

6

Let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for about 20 to 25 minutes, or overnight for better flavor.

7

Soak the skewers in water, ensuring the ends are submerged to prevent burning on the grill.

8

Thread pieces of marinated beef onto the skewers carefully.

9

Preheat the grill or pan to high heat.

10

Place the skewers on the grill, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even cooking.

11

Cook the skewers without moving them for about 3 to 4 minutes.

12

Check for doneness by observing the color change on the top; when it changes, flip the skewers.

13

Cook until nicely browned on both sides, ensuring not to dry out the meat.

14

Serve with a cold Coca-Cola as a refreshing accompaniment.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlskewersknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Skewered MeatMeat on a Stick

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