Colombian Sancocho
A quick Colombian stew layered with chicken, beef, and pork simmered with potatoes and plantains in a garlicky broth. Deeply savory, one-pot comfort that tastes like Sunday dinner on a Tuesday.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 412
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Brown ground beef and pork, breaking up clumps, until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.
Step 2
Add chicken chunks and 4 minced garlic cloves. Cook until chicken edges turn opaque, stirring often, ~3 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in broth, add potatoes and plantain. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, ~12 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in half the cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Taste and adjust.
Step 5
Ladle into bowls and garnish with remaining cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (6-quart or larger)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
- ladle
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