Grilled Beef Heart Skewers (anticuchos De Corazón)

Grilled Beef Heart Skewers, known as Anticuchos de Corazón, are a popular street food in Peru. This dish is a delicious and unique way to enjoy beef heart, marinated and grilled to perfection.

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Grilled Beef Heart Skewers (anticuchos De Corazón)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef heart, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup aji panca paste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4-6 metal or soaked wooden skewers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the aji panca paste, minced garlic, ground cumin, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the beef heart cubes to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Thread the marinated beef heart cubes onto the skewers.
  5. Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the beef heart is cooked to your desired doneness.
  6. Remove from the grill and let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Grill Skewers

Tools

Knife Bowl for marinating

Serving suggestions

Serve the grilled beef heart skewers with a side of Peruvian corn and aji amarillo sauce for a traditional experience.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, marinate the beef heart overnight before grilling.

Cost

$10