parrillada

Argentine meat platter

A parrillada is a mixed grill of meats cooked over an open flame or charcoal, especially in Argentina, Uruguay, and other South American countries.

The spread typically includes beef cuts, sausages, sweetbreads, and other organ meats, served communally: We ordered the parrillada for the whole table.

The word comes from Spanish *parrilla* (grill).

grilling

asado

Argentine outdoor meat roasting

churrascoLatin American barbecued meat
charcoalBurned wood residue
embersSmoldering fire remnants

flame · sear · smoke · skewers · tongs · marinade · chimichurri · mesquite · hickory · briquettes

meats

brisket

Lower chest of cattle

ribsThoracic bone set
steakThick beef slice
sausagesGround meat in casings

chorizo · costillas · sweetbreads · short ribs · flank · offal · beef · pork · chicken

gathering

feast

Elaborate ceremonial meal

banquetFormal celebratory meal
communalShared by a community
celebrationFestive event marking occasion

weekend · family · friends · abundance · generous · sharing · social · outdoor · leisurely · Sunday

Opposites

cooking method

parrilladasashimi

Thinly sliced raw fish

ceviche · tartare · carpaccio · stew · sous vide

composition/variety

parrilladafilet mignon

Boneless cut from loin

individual portion · amuse-bouche · tasting menu

diet type

parrilladasalad bar

Self-service vegetable station

salad · plant-based diet · ensalada · fruit plate · gazpacho

Family

grill, grille, grilled, grilling, grills

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