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Honduran Carne Asada (marinated beef)

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Honduran Carne Asada is a marinated flank or skirt steak and grilled on the BBQ, a favorite pasttime of Honduran families. This marinade has beautiful citrus notes.  It calls for bitter orange and if you can not find them fresh, (they are not easy to find here in the US) then you can do one of two things, use a bottle version called naranja agria which means bitter orange in Spanish you can find in your local Latin market.  It will likely be from concentrate but is an okay substitute for the real thing.  The other possibility is to use a combination of fresh orange juice with lime juice, either way you will love the citrus flavor in this carne asada.  This is the main attraction on the typical plate (the national dish of Honduras).  Eat it with a little chimol or pico de gallo on top of the meat for a real treat!

Honduran Carne Asada

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4.17 from 12 votes
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Honduran Carne Asada (marinated beef)

This is a succulent way to cook beef, perfection!

Course Main Dish
Cuisine Honduran
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinade 1 hour
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 735 kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. beef flank or skirt
  • 1/2 cup bitter orange Juice see notes in post about bitter orange substitutes
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Cut the beef into strips, about 1-inch wide
  2. Mix all ingredients (except the beef) in a bowl
  3. Place the beef strips in the bowl and turn until completely coated with the marinade
  4. Leave the beef in the marinade for at least 1 hour, however overnight is much better
  5. Heat up your BBQ (if possible use hardwood coals for the best flavor
  6. Place the beef on the BBQ and cook for approximately 7mins on each side.
  7. serve with chimol

Recipe Notes

This recipe requires marinating time overnight is preferable but at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts
Honduran Carne Asada (marinated beef)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 735 Calories from Fat 531
% Daily Value*
Fat 59g91%
Saturated Fat 18g113%
Cholesterol 138mg46%
Sodium 743mg32%
Potassium 733mg21%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 46g92%
Vitamin A 110IU2%
Vitamin C 17mg21%
Calcium 39mg4%
Iron 5.1mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

 

Honduran Frijoles refritos (refried beans)

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Honduran Frijoles refritos or refried beans is another staple food and part of the typical plate.  Both red beans and black beans are popular there.  This recipe is an easy version starting with canned red beans as opposed to soaking the beans and then cooking them until tender.  Of course you can do it that way if you prefer but it is nice to know you can whip these up using canned beans and reduce your prep time.  They were delicious and easy!  These are often served with tortilla chips and cheese for another lovely treat!

Honduran frijoles refritos

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3.53 from 19 votes
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Honduran Frijoles refritos (refried beans)

Honduran beans can be made with red or black beans and be authentic.  They are delicious!

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Honduran
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 102 kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 2 cans red kidney beans
  • 2 Tablespoons cumin, ground
  • 6 Tablespoons oil or lard
  • 2 Tablespoons onion chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons green bell pepper chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Pour beans (and the water from the can) in a blender of food processor and blend until smooth.
  2. Heat up oil or lard in frying pan.
  3. Fry the onions, green bell peppers, and garlic at low heat until softened
  4. Add the blended beans
  5. Stir in cumin
  6. Stir occasionally and simmer until reduced to your desired consistency it takes about 25 to 30 minutes.
  7. Add salt to taste.
  8. Add some grated cheese to garnish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Honduran Frijoles refritos (refried beans)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Sodium 2mg0%
Potassium 32mg1%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Vitamin A 30IU1%
Vitamin C 2.6mg3%
Calcium 17mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

Honduran Chicharones or pork crackling

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Honduran chicharones  or pork crackling is loved all over the world.  What is not to love, pork belly braised slowly and then fried in its own rendered fat to crispy deliciousness.  Honestly this is one of my favorite things however you can only eat a little on a rare occasion for obvious reasons.  These are superb! It was served as part of the plato tipico or typical plate that is the national dish of Honduras, awesome!

Honduran Chicharones

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5 from 1 vote
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Honduran Chicharones or pork crackling

Honestly this a bite of heaven.  On the rare occasion, when you want to indulge in some pork belly, you will be a super star with this simple recipe.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Honduran
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 592 kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. pork belly
  • 1 lime cut in wedges, to garnish
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork belly dry

  2. Mix together the baking soda and salt and rub it on the pork skin

  3. Let it sit uncovered in the refrigerator for a couple hours

  4. Rinse off the salt and baking soda and cut the pork belly into small pieces about 1/3" leaving the skin attached to the belly.

  5. Put the pork belly in a skillet or wok and cover with water. Let the pork belly braise for a hour or two until the water evaporates and you only have fat left in the pan, Make sure to do this slowly over a low heat.
  6. Once the pork fat has rendered, turn up the heat to high and fry until crispy and golden.
  7. Drain excess fat on a paper towel and salt to taste
  8. Enjoy with a squeeze of lime.
  9. Heaven!
Nutrition Facts
Honduran Chicharones or pork crackling
Amount Per Serving
Calories 592 Calories from Fat 540
% Daily Value*
Fat 60g92%
Saturated Fat 21g131%
Cholesterol 81mg27%
Sodium 2601mg113%
Potassium 226mg6%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin C 5.2mg6%
Calcium 11mg1%
Iron 0.7mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

Honduran Platanos Fritos (Fried Banana)

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Honduran Platanos Fritos is a very common side dish of fried plantain or banana as it is the main export of this country.  It is always served as part of the plato tipico or Typical plate, the national dish of Honduras.  Typically it is made with a very ripe black plantain, cut into fourths and fried.  The caramelized plantain is delicious with the refried beans and sour cream.  Honduran Platanos Fritos are sweet and savory at the same time.  Super easy to make and it would also be a lovely snack.

Honduran Platanos fritos

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5 from 1 vote
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Honduran Platanos Fritos (Fried Banana)

Honduran Platanos Fritos are fried banana or plantains which are a must have ingredient on the Honduran typical plate.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Honduran
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 109 kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 2 black plantains
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Cut off the ends of the plantain then cut it in half and then cut each half in half and remove the peel
  2. Put oil into a frying pan or a deep fryer could be used and fry until golden brown.
  3. Drain on a paper towel
  4. Serve warm as part of the plato typico or with some sour cream as a lovely snack
Nutrition Facts
Honduran Platanos Fritos (Fried Banana)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 109
% Daily Value*
Sodium 3mg0%
Potassium 446mg13%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 1010IU20%
Vitamin C 16.5mg20%
Calcium 3mg0%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

Honduran Chimol (Pico de gallo)

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Honduran Chimol or pico de gallo is a mild chopped fresh salsa.  It is a condiment on most Honduran tables and is used like a salsa on chips or a topping for grilled meat.  It is easy to make and you can adjust the salt and lime to your liking.  Hondurans do not eat spicy food so it is made with bell pepper that rates zero on the Scoville scale.  If you like a little spice go ahead and add in a serrano or jalapeno.  It is super with the carne asada.  Enjoy!

Honduran chimol

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4.34 from 3 votes
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Honduran Chimol (Pico de gallo)

Honduran Chimol is a freshly made salsa that is a staple dish on Honduran tables.

Course Sauce
Cuisine Honduran
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 27 kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1/2 white onion
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 tomato
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander
  • 2 limes
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Finely dice equal parts of onion, pepper, and tomato
  2. Finely chop coriander
  3. Mix everything in a bowl
  4. Add salt and lime juice to taste
Nutrition Facts
Honduran Chimol (Pico de gallo)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 27
% Daily Value*
Sodium 4mg0%
Potassium 179mg5%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Vitamin A 450IU9%
Vitamin C 39.2mg48%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.