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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
Colombian Sancocho
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. 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.

  2. Step 2

    Add chicken chunks and 4 minced garlic cloves. Cook until chicken edges turn opaque, stirring often, ~3 minutes.

  3. 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.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in half the cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Taste and adjust.

  5. 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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