Asado or barbecue? World Cup reignites dispute between Argentines and Texans over who makes the best meat

From the farm to the grill, understand the differences between Argentine beef and that produced in Texas.

Lucas Martinez, an Argentina fan, seasons the meat with salt while preparing a barbecue during a gathering before the World Cup Group J match against Austria, on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Dallas. Photo AP/Julio Cortez Thousands of Argentine fans landed in Texas for the World Cup, and an old dispute has resurfaced. It's not about who has the best national team or if Lionel Messi is the best player in the tournament. The discussion is different: who produces the best meat and what is the right way to prepare it. That's right: there is a dispute over beef between two of the world's largest cattle-producing regions, where steak is part of the culture and diet. Texas leads beef production in the United States. The country ranks second in the world, behind only Brazil, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Argenti

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