Thanksgiving a la leña 2019 | La Capital - Summary

Summary

A year after a popular cooking video, the host shares his Thanksgiving celebration in the US, detailing an informal gathering with friends to cook various dishes. They prepare a traditional Mexican barbecue using a Chinese box instead of burying it, roast picaña and duck with wood fire, and enjoy tacos with homemade sauces. The event is filled with camaraderie, reflecting the host's passion for sharing his culinary heritage.

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Here are the key facts extracted from the text:

1. The video was recorded on November 28th.
2. The event was a Thanksgiving gathering in the US.
3. The gathering was a casual meeting of friends who like to cook.
4. The main course was a traditional Mexican barbecue.
5. The barbecue was cooked over an open fire using a Chinese box.
6. The ingredients used included lamb, maguey stalks, onion, chili manzano, garlic, and oregano.
7. The lamb was cleaned and prepared by a butcher from Kentucky.
8. The lamb was cooked for approximately 10 hours.
9. The cooking process involved using charcoal and wood to create a smoky flavor.
10. The meat was seasoned with salt, pepper, and oregano.
11. The lamb was served with a variety of sides, including tortillas, salsa, and avocado.
12. The gathering also included a snack of picaña, which was cooked on a kanka grill.
13. A duck was also prepared and served as a snack.
14. The duck was marinated and roasted over an open fire for approximately 1.5 hours.
15. The duck was served with a reduction made from dried chilies and vinegar.
16. A homemade cured ham was also served, which had been cured for 22 months.
17. The final dish was a mixed barbecue, which included a variety of meats and sides.