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What to eat in the Argentine Northwest? Top 3 Northwestern Argentinian Meat Dishes

Last update: Wed Jan 29 2025
Top 3 Northwestern Argentinian Meat Dishes
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Meat Dish

SALTA, Argentina
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This tamale variety originates from the town of Salta in Argentina, hence the name. Fresh corn husks called chalas are filled with a delicious mixture of corn flour and shredded meat – either from boiled lamb or pork head. These tamales are often enriched with the addition of onions, pimentón, and ají peppers.


When assembled, tamales salteños are boiled, then removed from the husks and consumed warm.

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Meat Dish

ARGENTINE NORTHWEST, Argentina
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MAIN INGREDIENTS

Lomo de llama is llama tenderloin, a prized cut from the loin of a llama. This cut is incredibly tender, succulent, and juicy, and it can be prepared similarly to beef tenderloin - as steaks, fillets, or fillet medallions. Llama meat is, however, much leaner than beef and higher in proteins, while flavor-wise, it is said to be similar to beef but slightly more intense, with hints of lamb and gaminess.


Llama tenderloin is used to prepare a vast variety of specialties, and it's commonly fried, baked, stuffed, or braised in wine sauces. Typical accompaniments to dishes made with this cut of meat include mashed or boiled papas andinas (Andean potatoes), raw or cooked vegetables, quinoa salads, risottos, and chimichurri sauces.

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Stew

HUMAHUACA, Argentina
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Llama meat is the star of this traditional stew which is commonly consumed throughout northern Argentina. The dish is typically made by simmering pieces of llama meat with ingredients such as carrots, rice, and colorful Andean potatoes (papas andinas).


The combination is cooked until the meat and vegetables become tender, and it is then served while still warm. Cazuela de llama may also come in the form of thin llama meat slices that are combined with potato halves and smothered in creamy sauces.


Specialties prepared with llama meat such as this one can be found in numerous local restaurants in the region.

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Northwestern Argentinian Meat Dishes