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Asado

(, ) is a term used both for a range of barbecue techniques and the social event of having or attending a barbecue in Argentina and Uruguay, where it is an exceptionally popular dish. In these countries, is a traditional dish and also the standard word for "barbecue" (except in Brazil, where it is more commonly known as " churrasco"). An usually consists of beef alongside various other meats, which are cooked on a grill, called a parrilla, or an open fire.

An will almost always include meats, and usually (or alternatively) and/or offal. Generally in more elaborate versions the and meats are accompanied by red wine and salads. In more formal events and restaurants, food is prepared by an assigned (barbecu-er) or (griller), the cook. In informal and relaxed settings, this is customarily done in a collective manner by volunteers.

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He was supposed to be at the asado by two and it was over an hour's drive.

The main meal was the exotic-sounding Lechon Asado, which everyone was glad to see translated as barbecued pig.

Lancé mi­radas de gula hacia los animales parecidos a ciervos que se apartaban de mí en cuanto me acercaba, considerando la posibilidad de hacerme un buen asado, aunque ignora­ba cómo capturarlos y matarlos.