The Other Meats in the Land of Meat

Fish, lamb, goat

By Google Arts & Culture

Leo Liberman/Juan Pablo Lanciotti

Pescador cocinando en la selva misionera, Puerto Bemberg (2020-12-06/2021-01-08) by Fotógrafo 1: Julio Noguera.Gustar

The proteins in our diet

Argentina is well known for its beef production and consumption, but other alternatives and meats are also eaten throughout the country.

Puesto de comida (2021-01-15) by Leo LibermanGustar

The great Atlantic

With more than 1,800 miles of ocean coastline, Argentina has access to enough fish and seafood to suit every taste. 

Pescador cocinando en la selva misionera, Puerto Bemberg (2020-12-06/2021-01-08) by Fotógrafo 2: Gonzalo Guendler.Gustar

Its rivers also produce plenty of catch. The different production methods make for a wide range of options and varieties. 

Proceso de elaboración de un plato típico del NEA: Gallinada. (2020-12-26/2020-12-28) by Fotógrafo 1: Julio Noguera.Gustar

Fire and embers are always present, although not everything is chargrilled.

Proceso de elaboración de un plato típico del NEA: Gallinada. (2020-12-26/2020-12-28) by Fotógrafo 2: Gonzalo Guendler.Gustar

As the name suggests, chicken 'al disco' is prepared using a traditional, country-style cooking method involving an iron disc heated over a wood fire.

Bondiola de cerdo (2021-01-05/2021-01-08) by Emmanuel Rodriguez VillegasGustar

In the Cuyo region, goat and lamb are highly prized in haute cuisine. 

Criadero de cerdos (2021-02-28/2021-03-01) by Juan Pablo LanciottiGustar

Pork is another popular item on the Argentine table.

Restaurante de campo (2021-02-24/2021-02-24) by Juan Pablo LanciottiGustar

Córdoba costillar cabrito serranoGustar

Patagonian flavor

Sheep thrive in the cold steppe grasslands of Patagonia. The distinctive and instantly recognizable flavor of the local lamb is steeped in tradition.

Fábrica de Salame (2021-02-28/2021-03-01) by Juan Pablo LanciottiGustar

In Argentina, cured meat is part of the legacy of European immigrants. The production of pork sausages in particular involves traditional methods adhered to by small scale artisans and large factories alike. 

Llama (2021-03-13/2021-03-20) by Humberto MartinezGustar

The meats consumed across the country vary from north to south and east to west. Offerings from the rivers, ocean and land provide other flavors to explore and discover. 

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