Assado is a popular cooking method in South America, especially in Argentina. This term is also used in Israel to describe beef short ribs (or veal ribs) prepared as a confit-style meat - marinated, then slow-cooked in the oven at low temperature. The meat becomes so tender it can be cut with a fork.

Empanadas are Spanish and South American turnovers filled with a typically meat-based filling, with spices that vary by country. Here’s an easy and delicious version of this specialty.