Locro as comfort food — exactly what I needed
Some dishes exist to comfort and Locro is absolutely in that category. The richly caramelised quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. dulce de leche does work that no substitute can replicate.
the asado is an Argentinian social institution as much as a cooking technique. There's something about the a family quincho barbecue area context that reinforces the comfort effect. Fernet and cola alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.
Locro