Ecuadorean Churrasco Recipe

Savor the vibrant tastes of Ecuador with this sizzling Churrasco recipe! This simple yet incredibly satisfying steak dish is traditionally served with a fried egg, rice, crispy fries, sweet plantains, fresh salad, creamy avocado, and zesty hot sauce. Inspired by Laylita's acclaimed recipe (www.laylita.com/recipes), this Churrasco is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 355.9 kcal
Protein 58g
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Ingredients for Ecuadorean Churrasco

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How to Make Ecuadorean Churrasco

  1. In a small bowl, mash 2 cloves of garlic. Add 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Rub the marinade generously over 2 (6-ounce) thin-cut steaks. Marinate for at least 2 hours, or preferably longer in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat your grill, broiler, or skillet to high heat. Grill or pan-fry the steaks for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness.
  4. While the steak cooks, prepare the accompaniments: fry 2 eggs sunny-side up; cook 1 cup of rice according to package directions; prepare 1 cup of french fries; fry 2 ripe plantains until golden brown; prepare a small salad with ½ cup chopped lettuce, ¼ cup chopped cucumber, and ¼ cup chopped tomato; slice 1 avocado.
  5. Serve the juicy Churrasco steaks immediately, topped with the fried eggs. Arrange the rice, fries, plantains, salad, and avocado slices around the steak. Drizzle with your favorite hot sauce (ají criollo recommended).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

48g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ecuadorean Churrasco?

Ecuadorean Churrasco takes about 31 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 11 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ecuadorean Churrasco?

Ecuadorean Churrasco has approximately 355.9 calories per serving, with about 58 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ecuadorean Churrasco?

The key ingredients for Ecuadorean Churrasco are Beef Steaks, Garlic Cloves, Ground Cumin, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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