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Asado An asado is a very popular social gathering in many countries of South America. It is one of their main cultural events and is where the most juicy, tender meat can be found. An asado is a barbeque where all different types of meat are prepared. Normally they occur on holidays or birthdays. At this gathering of family and friends, about one pound of meat is bought per person. The meat is salted heavily and than cooked on a charcoal grill (“Asado the Paraguay Way”). This grill is referred to as a parilla. It is constructed out of bricks and there are two sections to it. In more rural areas, the meat can be cooked over wood to add a more rustic taste to the meat. The main chef is called the asador. The meat is often marinated with two different sauces—either Chimichirru or Salsa Criolli. A simple salad is served with all of the meat. An asado is much more than a meal, it is a huge cultural tradition for many countries (Pryor).

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