Spicy Bolivian Pique a lo Macho with Sausages and Peppers

Name: Spicy Bolivian Pique a lo Macho with Sausages and Peppers
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tbsp aji amarillo paste; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt; Pepper; 1 lb beef sirloin steak; 1/2 lb sausage; 1 large onion; 2 green bell peppers; 1 red bell pepper; 2 large tomatoes; 1/2 cup beef broth; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp mustard; French fries; Hard-boiled eggs; 2 green onions; Fresh parsley

A fiery Bolivian classic that delights meat and spice lovers

Dive into the heat of Bolivian cuisine with this hearty dish featuring succulent sausages, vibrant peppers, and fiery spices.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

2 cloves garlic

minced

1 tsp cumin

1 tbsp aji amarillo paste

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

For the Meat and Vegetables

1 lb beef sirloin steak

cut into strips

1/2 lb sausage

sliced (preferably spicy)

1 large onion

sliced

2 green bell peppers

sliced

1 red bell pepper

sliced

2 large tomatoes

diced

For the Sauce

1/2 cup beef broth

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tbsp mustard

For the Garnishes and Sides

French fries

for serving

Hard-boiled eggs

quartered

2 green onions

chopped

Fresh parsley

chopped

Preparation

Marinating the Meat

Combine ingredients

Combine garlic, cumin, aji amarillo paste, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Handle aji amarillo paste carefully—it can stain and irritate skin.

Add beef strips

Add beef strips to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.

For extra flavor, marinate the meat overnight to let the spices fully infuse. Freeze any leftover marinated beef for a quick Pique a lo Macho next time!

Preparing the Vegetables

Slice vegetables

Slice the onions and bell peppers, and dice the tomatoes.

Set aside

Set aside the chopped vegetables for cooking.

Cooking Process

Searing the Beef

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add the marinated beef strips, and sear them until browned.

Use medium-high heat for a good sear.

Cooking the Sausages

In a separate pan, cook the sausage slices until golden on both sides.

Combining Ingredients

Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and diced tomatoes to the beef pan, sautéing until veggies are tender.

Plating & Serving