Peruvian Anticuchos
By: Anonymous
Published: Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 4:07pm

Ingredients




3 Aji or Jalapeno chiles, chopped, stems and seeds removed
3 tablespoons Dried crushed red chiles (Piquin chiles) 1 tablespoon Achiote (red seeds of 
1 1/2 teaspoons Cumin seeds
2 tablespoons Olive oil
4 Cloves garlic, chopped
3/4 cup Red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Salt
Fresh ground black pepper
4 pounds Beef heart, cut into 1" cubes (substitute sirloin o

Preparation

1 Simmer the Annatto and cumin seeds in the oil for 5 minutes. Strain the oil and discard the seeds. 2 Place all the ingredients for the marinade in a blender and puree until smooth. Marinate the meat in the mixture overnight, refigerated. 3 Thread meat onto skewers and grill over charcoal or under the over broiler until medium-rare, basting frequently with the marinade. 4 Heat index: 6 on a scale of 1-10