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Argentine Asado

A traditional Argentine barbecue featuring grilled beef ribs, chorizo, and offal with chimichurri sauce. This iconic slow-grilled feast celebrates bold flavors and community gathering.

Total time
120 min
Servings
6
Calories
580
Protein
52g
Argentine Asado
argentinebeefgrillingbbqcelebratorytraditional

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Remove beef short ribs from cooler 30 minutes before grilling. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare chimichurri: finely chop parsley, oregano, and garlic. Whisk together with olive oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, and salt. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Clean and oil grill grates thoroughly. Arrange coals in a two-zone setup: high heat on one side, cooler zone on the other.

  4. Step 4

    Season short ribs generously with coarse salt and black pepper on both sides.

  5. Step 5

    Place ribs bone-side down on hot grate. Sear 4-5 minutes until marked, then move to cooler zone.

  6. Step 6

    Cook low and slow for 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally, until meat is tender and charred. Internal temp should reach 70°C (160°F).

  7. Step 7

    During last 15 minutes, grill chorizo over medium heat, turning frequently until browned and cooked through (8-10 minutes).

  8. Step 8

    Grill offal on cooler side for 8-12 minutes until cooked through, turning once.

  9. Step 9

    Rest all grilled meats on a warm platter for 5 minutes before serving.

  10. Step 10

    Arrange grilled meats on a large wooden board. Serve chimichurri sauce on the side for drizzling.

Tools you’ll need

  • charcoal or wood-fired grill
  • long-handled tongs
  • large cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • meat thermometer
  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • wooden serving board
  • grill brush

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