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PIQUE MACHO - BEEF, SAUSAGE AND FRIES IN ONE PLATE! - RECIPE FROM BOLIVIA 🇧🇴

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Pique Macho

Cultural Context

Pique Macho is a beloved Bolivian dish that originated in the 1970s, often enjoyed as a late-night snack or during festive gatherings. It embodies the spirit of Bolivian cuisine, showcasing a hearty mix of flavors and textures from beef, sausage, and fried potatoes, typically topped with eggs and a drizzle of mayonnaise. Today, it has become a staple in Bolivian restaurants and is often adapted in various ways, reflecting local tastes and available ingredients.

BolivianBOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef
4 medium potatoes
8 oz sausage
1 medium onion
1 medium bell pepper
2 medium tomatoes

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 lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: hot dogs

Turkey sausage is leaner, and hot dogs can be more affordable.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado provides healthy fats, while yogurt is often less costly.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: scrambled eggs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in cholesterol, while scrambled eggs are usually less expensive.

1

Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, then drain and set aside.

2

Fry beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

3

Add sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

4

Stir in diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.

5

Add diced tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 2-3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingfrying

Equipment Needed

skilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Pique Macho Boliviano

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