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Spicy Bolivian Pique a lo Macho with Sausages and Peppers

Name: Spicy Bolivian Pique a lo Macho with Sausages and Peppers
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tbsp aji amarillo paste; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt, to taste; Pepper, to taste; 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; 1/2 cup beef broth; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp mustard; French fries, for serving; Hard-boiled eggs, quartered; 2 green onions, chopped; Fresh parsley, chopped

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

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 2, 2025

Spicy Bolivian Pique a lo Macho with Sausages and Peppers — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Marinade

For the Meat and Vegetables

For the Sauce

For the Garnishes and Sides

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 645 kcal
Protein: 37.6 g
Carbs: 30.3 g
Fat: 43.2 g
Fiber: 4.6 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2581 kcal
Protein: 150.3 g
Carbs: 121.2 g
Fat: 172.9 g
Fiber: 18.2 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 cloves garlic minced	9	0.4	2	0	0.1
1 tsp cumin	8	0.4	1.1	0.4	0.6
1 tbsp aji amarillo paste	10	0.2	2.5	0.5	0.2
2 tbsp olive oil	238	0	0	27	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Pepper to taste	1	0	0.2	0	0.1
1 lb beef sirloin steak cut into strips	912	92	0	58	0
1/2 lb sausage sliced (preferably spicy)	650	30	4	56	0
1 large onion sliced	44	1.2	10	0.1	1.8
2 green bell peppers sliced	48	1.5	11.5	0.4	4
1 red bell pepper sliced	37	1.2	9	0.4	3
2 large tomatoes diced	44	2	10	0.5	2
1/2 cup beef broth	12	1.5	0.8	0.5	0
2 tbsp soy sauce	13	1.3	1	0.1	0
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce	13	0.2	3.3	0	0
1 tbsp mustard	9	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.3
French fries for serving	365	4	63	17	5
Hard-boiled eggs quartered	156	13	1	11	0
2 green onions chopped	10	0.8	1.9	0.1	0.8
Fresh parsley chopped	2	0.1	0.4	0	0.3

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Meat

1
Combine ingredients
Combine garlic, cumin, aji amarillo paste, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Tip: Handle aji amarillo paste carefully—it can stain and irritate skin.
2
Add beef strips
Add beef strips to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well coated.
3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
Tip: 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

1
Slice vegetables
Slice the onions and bell peppers, and dice the tomatoes.
2
Set aside
Set aside the chopped vegetables for cooking.

How to Make Spicy Bolivian Pique a lo Macho with Sausages and Peppers

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Searing the Beef
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add the marinated beef strips, and sear them until browned.
2
Cooking the Sausages
In a separate pan, cook the sausage slices until golden on both sides.
3
Combining Ingredients
Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and diced tomatoes to the beef pan, sautéing until veggies are tender.