Argentinian Asado

Experience the bold, smoky flavors of an authentic Argentinian Asado, a culinary celebration of perfectly grilled beef short ribs seasoned with simple yet vibrant ingredients. This traditional barbecue recipe captures the essence of Argentina’s grilling culture, featuring a flavorful rub of coarse sea salt, fresh garlic, chopped rosemary, and a tangy touch of red wine vinegar and lemon juice. Slowly cooked over a wood or charcoal grill for hours, the meat becomes irresistibly tender, imbued with a rich, smoky aroma that's hard to resist. Perfect for gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with classic sides like chimichurri sauce or grilled vegetables. Bring a taste of Argentina to your table with this timeless Asado recipe that truly lets the quality of the meat shine.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 kg Beef short ribs
• 2 tbsp Coarse sea salt
• 1 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
• 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Start by preheating your grill. Ideally, you should use a wood fire grill for authentic flavor, but a regular charcoal grill will also suffice. Allow the logs or charcoal to burn down until they create a medium to low heat.

Step 2

While the grill is heating up, prepare the meat rub by mixing the coarse sea salt, ground black pepper, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil in a bowl. This mixture will enhance the flavor of the meat when grilled.

Step 3

Rub the mixture generously over the beef short ribs, ensuring that the spices and herbs coat all sides of the ribs evenly.

Step 4

Let the marinated beef ribs rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.

Step 5

Once the grill is ready, place the ribs bone-side down on the cooler side of the grill to begin a slow cook, maintaining a low, indirect heat.

Step 6

Cover the grill, leaving a small vent open for airflow, and let the ribs grill slowly for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. This slow cooking process is crucial for tender, flavorful meat.

Step 7

Check the ribs occasionally, turning them every half hour or so, to ensure that they cook evenly and do not char.

Step 8

For additional flavor, sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes about halfway through the grilling process.

Step 9

After the ribs have cooked to tenderness and gained a deep, smoky flavor, remove them from the grill and let them rest on a cutting board for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Serve the delicious Asado with traditional accompaniments like chimichurri sauce, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2106.4 grams (2106.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5349

Total Fat 310.30g	398%
Saturated Fat 114.40g	572%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.80g
Cholesterol 1340mg	447%
Sodium 24644mg	1071%
Total Carbohydrate 249.80g	91%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 198.30g
Protein 365.30g	731%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 498mg	38%
Iron 28mg	157%
Potassium 5994mg	128%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 19.0%