Peruvian Beef Anticuchos

Peruvian-style beef anticuchos with smoky chilli, vinegar, garlic and cumin. Traditionally made with beef heart, but this version also works with bavette or skirt steak.

Peruvian Beef Anticuchos

Peruvian Beef Anticuchos

🔥 Medium Prep 25 mins | Cook 10 mins 🍽 Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 700g beef heart, bavette or skirt steak, cut into chunks
  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tbsp aji panca paste, or mild chilli paste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • To Serve:
  • Boiled or roasted potatoes
  • Sweetcorn
  • Lime wedges
  • Fresh coriander
  • Chilli sauce

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 460
  • Protein: 44g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbs: 8g

Method

  1. Trim the beef and cut into even chunks.
  2. Mix the vinegar, oil, garlic, chilli paste, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper.
  3. Add the beef and coat well.
  4. Cover and marinate for 4 hours.
  5. Thread onto skewers.
  6. Cook over a very hot BBQ or grill for 6 to 10 minutes, turning often.
  7. Rest briefly.
  8. Serve with potatoes, sweetcorn, lime and chilli sauce.

Notes

If using beef heart, trim it carefully and don’t overcook it. If using bavette or skirt steak, cook hot and fast for the best texture.