Argentinian Cuisine
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Matambre

Matambre is a traditional Argentine dish consisting of a thin cut of beef, often rolled and stuffed with vegetables, herbs, and hard-boiled eggs. It is commonly served grilled or roasted and holds a special place in Argentine barbecue culture, known as asado.

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Last updated 4/1/2026

The dish's name derives from the Spanish words 'matar' (to kill) and 'hambre' (hunger), referring to its role as a filling meal for gauchos in rural Argentina, historically made from a specific flank cut of beef.

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