Colombian Mamona whole calf roasting on a cross over open fire
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Mamona / Ternera a la Llanera

Llanero Roasted Veal

Mamona / Ternera a la Llanera is listed in Meat and Grill for Llanos / Orinoquía. Follow the verified ingredients and numbered instructions below.

Prep: 2 hrCook: 6 hrTotal: 8 hrServes 20–30Advanced

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend beer, garlic, scallion, salt, and optional cumin and marinate the meat for 6 hours.

  2. 2

    Traditionally, large cuts are mounted on stakes around a wood fire and cooked slowly by radiant heat.

  3. 3

    At home, arrange the cuts around the cooler zone of a charcoal grill or roast them at 300°F/150°C until tender, then finish directly over high heat.

  4. 4

    Baste occasionally with marinade that has been boiled first, or with a separate clean batch.

  5. 5

    Rest before slicing.

Ingredient Substitutions

Recipe-specific substitutions are published only when supported by verified culinary guidance. For ingredient sourcing, see our Colombian Pantry Guide and consult a qualified recipe tester before making substitutions that may change a dish’s flavor or texture.

At a Glance

CategoryMeat and Grill
RegionLlanos / Orinoquía
Prep Time2 hr
Cook Time6 hr
Total Time8 hr
YieldServes 20–30
DifficultyAdvanced

Equipment Needed

  • Asado Cross / Llanero Spit
  • Firewood