Recipes
50 high-protein, budget-friendly recipes
Albóndigas en Salsa de Tomate
Argentine-style beef and pork meatballs simmered in rich tomato passata with olives and hard-boiled egg — 38g protein family favourite.
Asado Chicken Drumsticks with Criolla Sauce
Smoky asado chicken drumsticks with juicy salsa criolla poured over the top — budget-friendly, crowd-pleasing, 38g protein.
Asado Negro (Dark Braised Beef Roast)
Whole beef rump slowly braised in red wine and caramelised onion until the exterior darkens to a deep mahogany — 52g protein Argentine showstopper.
Classic Argentine Asado Ribeye with Chimichurri
Thick-cut ojo de bife cooked low and slow over hardwood embers, served with traditional chimichurri verde — the soul of Argentine BBQ.
Argentine Beef Tataki with Chimichurri Dressing
Seared-rare grass-fed beef tataki with a drizzle of chimichurri-sesame fusion dressing and pickled vegetables — the asado goes Japanese-Argentine.
Bife Angosto with Malbec Reduction Sauce
Striploin steak with a luxurious Malbec and shallot reduction — Argentina's iconic red wine meets its finest beef cut. 48g protein.
Bife de Chorizo al Verdeo (Striploin with Spring Onion Sauce)
Juicy bife de chorizo (striploin) with al verdeo sauce of spring onion, cream, and white wine — a Buenos Aires parrilla stalwart.
Bife de Lomo (Tenderloin) Porteño
Pan-seared beef tenderloin steak with roasted garlic butter and a splash of white wine — Buenos Aires steakhouse quality at home.
Causa de Atún Estilo Buenos Aires
Layered cold dish of mashed potato, canned tuna, avocado, and mayo — Peruvian-Argentine fusion popular in Buenos Aires cafes, 32g protein.
Chimichurri Chicken Power Bowl
Sliced grilled chicken breast over brown rice with roasted capsicum, chimichurri, and chickpeas — macro-perfect Argentine fusion fitness bowl.
Choripán Gourmet with Caramelised Onion
Elevated choripán: artisanal chorizo in sourdough with slow-caramelised onions, chimichurri, and pickled jalapeño — street food elevated.
Chorizo Criollo off the Asado with Chimichurri
Juicy Argentine beef-and-pork chorizo cooked on the asado grill, served in a crusty marraqueta roll with chimichurri — the famous choripán.
Cordero a la Cacerola Patagónica
Rustic Patagonian lamb shoulder braise with white wine, garlic, and rosemary — fall-off-the-bone with 50g protein, serves 4.
Costillar de Cordero Patagónico
Whole Patagonian lamb rack slow-cooked over the asado cross in the gaucho tradition — smoky, tender, 54g protein, a Patagonian centrepiece.
Dulce de Leche Protein Pancakes
Fluffy high-protein pancakes topped with genuine Argentine dulce de leche and banana — 36g protein, a Buenos Aires breakfast dream.
Argentine Empanadas de Carne (Baked)
Oven-baked beef empanadas filled with spiced mince, hard-boiled egg, olives, and raisins — the beloved Argentine handpie, 6 per batch.
Empanadas de Quinoa y Carne (Fusion)
Argentine empanadas with a modern filling of quinoa and grass-fed beef — traditional pastry, nutritionally upgraded, 26g protein.
Fideos con Tuco (Pasta with Argentine Tomato Meat Sauce)
Spaghetti with tuco — Argentina's beloved slow-cooked tomato and ground beef sauce with onion, garlic, and oregano. 34g protein, budget staple.
Guiso de Lentejas with Chorizo
Hearty Argentine lentil stew with chorizo, potato, carrot, and cumin — budget comfort food delivering 28g protein per bowl.
Huevos Rancheros a la Argentina
Argentine take on rancheros: eggs baked in a smoky sofrito with chorizo, capsicum, and spices, served with crusty bread — 28g protein breakfast.
Locro Simplified (Argentine Winter Stew)
Quick weeknight locro with white corn hominy, chorizo, pork ribs, squash, and white beans — Argentina's iconic winter stew, 34g protein.
Lomo al Vino Blanco with Mushrooms
Tenderloin medallions in a white wine and mushroom cream sauce — elegant Buenos Aires restaurant classic at home, 46g protein.
Matambre Relleno (Stuffed Rolled Flank)
Thin flank steak rolled around hard-boiled eggs, red capsicum, spinach, and herbs — sliced to reveal a stunning cross-section. 44g protein.
Mate-Infused Overnight Oats
Overnight oats soaked in brewed yerba mate instead of milk — earthy, energising, uniquely Argentine, 24g protein.
Milanesa de Pollo with Fresh Ensalada
Thin chicken breast crumbed in garlic-herbed breadcrumbs, pan-fried golden, served with a bright tomato-lettuce ensalada — the Argentine weekly staple.
Milanesa a la Napolitana
Crispy chicken milanesa topped with tomato sauce, ham, and melted mozzarella — the indulgent upgrade loved across all of Argentina.
Grilled Sweetbreads (Mollejas) with Lemon
Argentine mollejas (thymus sweetbreads) grilled on the asado until crispy outside, creamy inside — an iconic delicacy, 30g protein.
Mate-Rubbed Grilled Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs marinated in yerba mate tea, cumin, garlic, and lemon — a uniquely Argentine flavour fusion with 40g protein.
Parrilla Mixed Grill Platter (Parrillada Mixta)
An Argentine sharing platter with chorizo, morcilla, tira de asado, and chicken thigh — the full asado experience in one dish, 56g protein.
Patagonian Berry and Goat Cheese Protein Bowl
Greek yoghurt topped with fresh Patagonian calafate berries, local goat cheese, honey, and walnuts — a Patagonian breakfast jewel, 26g protein.
Patagonian Chocolate Protein Shake with Dulce de Leche
Dark Patagonian chocolate protein shake with dulce de leche, banana, and Greek yoghurt — a dessert-meets-protein-goal Argentine treat, 38g protein.
Patagonian Rainbow Trout with Herb Oil
Wild-caught Patagonian rainbow trout pan-seared with fresh herbs and a lemon oil drizzle — the jewel of Argentine rivers, 40g protein.
Peceto al Horno (Eye of Round Roast)
Slow oven-roasted eye of round with garlic, rosemary, and a rich pan sauce — budget-friendly centrepiece delivering 50g protein per portion.
Pollo al Disco with Roasted Vegetables
One-pan chicken thighs and drumsticks braised in white wine with onion, tomato, capsicum, and olives in a traditional Argentine disco (concave pan).
Grilled Pork Loin with Criolla Salsa
Butterflied pork loin marinated in garlic and cumin, grilled asado-style, served with vibrant tomato criolla — budget cut, big flavour, 46g protein.
Provoleta and Avocado Toast with Chimichurri
Toasted rustic bread topped with smashed avocado, melted provoleta, and a spoonful of chimichurri verde — Argentina meets modern café brunch.
Grilled Provoleta with Oregano and Chilli
Thick rounds of Argentine provolone cheese grilled directly on the asado until bubbling and golden — the best protein-rich appetiser before the main.
Puchero Proteico (Argentine Boiled Dinner)
Traditional Argentine puchero with beef shank, chicken, potato, sweet potato, corn, and chickpeas — the ultimate one-pot protein meal.
Ensalada de Quinoa y Pollo Buenos Aires Style
Quinoa and grilled chicken with roasted capsicum, corn, feta, and chimichurri vinaigrette — modern Buenos Aires fitness salad, 44g protein.
Revuelto Gramajo
Shredded ham, crispy straw-fried potatoes, and softly scrambled eggs tossed together — Buenos Aires cafe classic, 32g protein in 15 minutes.
Argentine Salmon with Malbec Reduction
Atlantic salmon fillet with a Mendoza Malbec and wild mushroom reduction — where Argentine wine culture meets premium seafood. 44g protein.
Slow-Cooked Beef Cheeks Estilo Argentino
Beef cheeks braised low and slow in red wine with smoky paprika and root vegetables — fork-tender Argentine slow-cook with 52g protein.
Sorrentinos de Jamón y Ricota (Protein Pasta)
Argentine round stuffed pasta (sorrentinos) filled with ham and ricotta in a simple butter and sage sauce — 36g protein Italian-Argentine classic.
Tarta de Verduras y Ricota (Savoury Vegetable Quiche)
Flaky shortcrust tarta filled with sautéed zucchini, spinach, ricotta, and eggs — vegetarian Argentine lunch staple with 22g protein.
Tira de Asado (Argentine Short Ribs) with Salsa Criolla
Cross-cut beef short ribs grilled gaucho-style to char on the outside, pink inside, served with fresh tomato and onion salsa criolla.
Tortilla de Papas y Huevo (Argentine Potato Omelette)
Thick Argentine-style potato omelette with caramelised onion — budget protein powerhouse, 4 eggs and 2 potatoes make a meal.
Buenos Aires Tostado with Ham, Cheese, and Eggs
Toasted pressed sandwich of sliced ham and melted cheese with two pan-fried eggs — the afternoon merienda reinvented for protein goals.
Trucha Ahumada with Endive and Citrus Salad
House-smoked Patagonian trout with bitter endive, blood orange, and walnut — a sophisticated Patagonian appetiser with 32g protein.
Vacío (Flank) Asado with Red Wine Glaze
Slow-grilled vacío with a subtle red wine and herb glaze — rich, juicy beef cut beloved by Argentine asadores.
Venado (Patagonian Venison) Stew with Wild Mushrooms
Slow-braised Patagonian venison with wild mushrooms, Malbec wine, and root vegetables — an elegant Patagonian game stew, 50g protein.