Non vegArgentina
Matambre arrollado
Flank rolled around eggs, carrots and peppers, then sliced cold. Argentina's party centrepiece.
180 minTime
43 gProtein each
mildSpice
Kills hungerMake it your way
Grandma's wayRolled flank with eggs and vegetables.
The original342kcalsame
43 gproteinsame
1 gfibresame
180minutessame
Beef1.2 kg flank steak (matambre)
Egg4, hard boiled
Carrot2, in strips
Red bell pepper (red capsicum, red pepper)1, in strips
Flat leaf parsleya big handful, chopped
Garlic4 cloves, minced
Dried oregano1 tsp
Red chilli powder (indian red chili powder)½ tsp ají molido
Vinegar1 tbsp
Waterfor poaching
Black pepper½ tsp
Saltto tasteMethod
- 1Trim the flank into a large, even rectangle. Season with garlic, parsley, oregano, chilli, vinegar, salt and pepper.
- 2Lay carrot strips, pepper strips and egg halves across the meat.
- 3Roll tightly, with the grain running the length of the roll, and tie with string every 3 cm.
- 4Poach in simmering salted water for 2 hours.
- 5Cool under a weight, chill, then slice thinly.
Serve it like thisArrange thin slices overlapping on a platter with Russian salad and chimichurri on the side.