| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 1 h 30 min |
| Ready In | 1 h 45 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Carne Assada is a traditional Portuguese dish that translates to "roasted meat" in English. It typically consists of a large cut of beef, such as sirloin or rump, that is seasoned with a mixture of garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper, and then roasted in the oven until it is tender and juicy.
To prepare Carne Assada, the beef is usually marinated in the seasoning mixture for several hours or overnight, which helps to infuse the meat with flavor and tenderize it. The meat is then roasted in the oven at a high temperature, until it is cooked to the desired level of doneness. Some recipes may call for basting the meat with a mixture of olive oil and red wine during the roasting process to add even more flavor and moisture.
Carne Assada is often served with traditional Portuguese sides, such as roasted potatoes and vegetables, rice, or beans. It is a popular dish for special occasions, family gatherings, and holidays, and is enjoyed by many people around the world.
Ingredients
Directions
- Place the meat in a large bowl and add the red wine, sliced onions, garlic, olive oil, red pepper sauce, paprika, tomato paste, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix the ingredients well in the bowl.
- Place the bowl covered with some plastic wrap in the refrigerator and let it marinate for 6-8 hours.
- Once the meat is done marinating, deskin the potatoes and place all of them in a 2 inch deep baking dish along with the chopped carrots.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the meat from the marinade and place it on the baking dish, pour the marinade over the potatoes and carrots. Slice the chouriço sausage into pieces and scatter over the dish as well.
- Pour the 1/4 cup water over the dish.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and let it cook for 1 hour & 30-35 minutes uncovered or until the meat is done and tender.
- Check to see if the meat is done and if it is, it is ready to serve.
- Take it out of the oven, cover with some cilantro, and serve.
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