Peruvian Anticuchos

Ingredients :

3 x Aji or Jalapeno chiles, chopped, stems and seeds removed
3 tbl Dried crushed red chiles (Piquin chiles) seeds included
1 tbl Achiote (red seeds of Annatto tree, available in Latin markets, or in some spice areas of grocers)
1 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
2 tbl Olive oil
4 x Cloves garlic, chopped
3/4 cup Red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp Salt
Fresh ground black pepper
4 lb Beef heart, cut into 1" cubes (substitute sirloin or chicken breast)

Method :

* Simmer the Annatto and cumin seeds in the oil for 5 minutes. Strain the oil and discard the seeds.
* Place all the ingredients for the marinade in a blender and puree until smooth. Marinate the meat in the mixture overnight, refigerated.
* Thread meat onto skewers and grill over charcoal or under the over broiler until medium-rare, basting frequently with the marinade.
* Heat index: 6 on a scale of 1-10