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January 28, 2014

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Grilled Achiote Skirt Steak - Churrasco Nicaraguan Style

Grilled Achiote Skirt Steak, served with shoestring french fries and Spicy Tomato Jam (recipe coming soon) Most folks think of churrasco (CHEW-ROSS-COE) a.k.a skirt steak as a purely Argentinian dish, but I can tell you it is not. I had never eaten skirt steak (churrasco) until I met The Hub, who is Nicaraguan. Nicaraguans are big on grilled meats, especially beef and particularly churrasco, which is skirt steak. This is my take on blending the spices used in Nicaraguan grilled cuisine. The achiote powder, which also goes by the name of annatto, is one of my favorite spices in this cuisine and it has an earthy, sweet peppery flavor. My spice blend does not cover up the beefy flavor of the skirt steak but rather enhances it. Achiote can be found in the hispanic or asian section of the supermarket. And, if you can't find it locally, remember there is always Amazon or eBay. Note: You'll notice that I don't specify amounts for the spices and that's because I lite...

Magra con Tomate (Pork with Tomato)

A favorite in all tapas bars, this recipe is simple and packed full of flavour You will need: 1/2 kilo of pork, cut into cubes 1kilo ripe tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil salt 1 bay leaf How to cook: 1. Dice the tomatoes as small as you can. 2. In a large pan, heat the oil and then add the pork. 3. Fry off the pork until it turns brown. 4. Add the chopped tomatoes, bay leaf and salt to season. 5. Fry on a high heat for 3-4 minutes. 6. Reduce the heat until the pork is cooked and the tomatoes have reduced. Serve with crusty bread. For added bite, you can also add a few chilli peppers finely chopped. Suitability: Tapas: yes Raciones: yes Main meal: no

Salvadorean Hot Dog

What is more American than hot dogs? – At least that’s what I used to think. I remember the first time I proudly served Carlos hot dogs. They were perfectly grilled in a nice soft bun. On the table – ketchup, mustard and relish so he could put whichever combination he liked. After we ate I asked him what he thought of our dinner. His response? “They were okay… but I like the hot dogs in El Salvador better.” Qué qué?! Hot dogs in El Salvador ? … When I was actually able to accept that they do indeed eat hot dogs in El Salvador, (and I later found out that there are variations around the world!), I refused to accept that they could be better than AMERICAN hot dogs – because hot dogs are from “AMERICA.” … {Star Spangled Banner plays in the background} … I never knew how patriotic I was until he insulted our hot dogs. Well, over the years, I’ve come to accept that even though I’ve brainwashed him into liking peanut butter and jelly and other such American delicacie...

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