Latin American Street Food Carne En Palito Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, combine the garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil to make the marinade.
• STEP 2.Cut the beef into thin strips and place them in the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
• STEP 3.Thread the marinated beef strips onto skewers, making sure to leave some space between each piece.
• STEP 4.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the meat is cooked to your desired doneness.
• STEP 5.Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
• STEP 6.Serve the Carne En Palito skewers with chimichurri sauce on the side for dipping.
• STEP 7.Enjoy this delicious Latin American street food as a snack or as part of a larger meal.

Cooking Tips

• For extra tenderness, you can use a tenderizing mallet to flatten the beef strips before marinating.
• If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes before threading the meat to prevent them from burning on the grill.
• Feel free to customize the marinade by adding your favorite spices or herbs.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Carne En Palito can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply grill the skewers for a few minutes until heated through.
• Serve the skewers as an appetizer, snack, or as part of a main course with rice, beans, and a side salad.