Sizzling Peruvian Anticucho Skewers with Chimichurri

Flavor-packed skewers with a zesty chimichurri

Anticuchos are traditional Peruvian skewers known for their vibrant flavors. This recipe pairs them with a bright chimichurri sauce, perfect for grilling season.

4 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Beef Anticucho Marinade

1 ½ lbs beef heart or sirloin

cut into 1-inch cubes

4 tbsp aji panca paste

Peruvian red pepper paste

3 cloves garlic

minced

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

preferably Peruvian

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp oregano

dried

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

For the Chimichurri Sauce

1 cup fresh parsley

finely chopped

½ cup fresh cilantro

finely chopped

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 red chili

deseeded and finely chopped

½ cup olive oil

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

For the Skewers

Wooden or metal skewers

soaked if wooden

1 red bell pepper

cut into 1-inch pieces

1 red onion

cut into wedges

For the Garnish

Fresh lime wedges

Fresh cilantro sprigs

Preparation

Marinating the Beef Anticuchos

Combine the Marinade

In a large bowl, combine aji panca, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Coat the Beef

Add the beef cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly.

Marinate the Beef

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

Marinate the beef overnight for the most flavor. Ensure beef is marinated adequately for full flavor infusion.

Preparing the Chimichurri Sauce

Mix the Herbs

In a medium bowl, mix chopped parsley, cilantro, garlic, and chili.

Add Oil and Vinegar

Stir in olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Rest the Sauce

Let rest for 1 hour at room temperature for flavors to meld.

Prepare extra chimichurri for future meals; it keeps well in the fridge.

Cooking Process

Skewer the Beef

Thread marinated beef alternately with bell pepper and onion onto skewers.

Grill the Skewers

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side.

Serve with Chimichurri

Drizzle freshly made chimichurri over skewers before serving.

Plating & Serving

Sizzling Peruvian Anticucho Skewers with Chimichurri

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Plating & Serving

Arrange skewers on a platter, drizzle with chimichurri, and garnish with lime wedges and cilantro sprigs.

Sauce Pairings

Chimichurri Sauce

A vibrant, herbaceous blend

Extra chili slices

For those who love heat

Garnishes & Accompaniments

Fresh lime wedgesFresh cilantro sprigs

Perfect Sides

Quinoa salad mixed with avocado and corn

Crisp tortilla chips