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Sancocho
A warm and flavorful stew, Sancocho is a delicious broth with meat and vegetables that warms the heart in both summer and winter.
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⏱️ 15 min prep + 60 min cottura · 4 porzioni · media
Ingredients
- 1 kg of beef and chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 kg of mixed vegetables (potatoes, peas, pumpkin, onion, carrot, celery)
- 1 liter of meat broth
- 2 onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 lemons
- 1 clove of cloves
- 1 chili pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- 2 lemons
Method
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic and onions.
- Add the beef and chicken pieces, cook over medium heat until well done.
- Add the chili pepper, clove, meat broth, and chopped vegetables.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for about 1 hour, checking occasionally to make sure the broth does not dry out.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, crush the lemons and mix well.
- Serve hot with bread.
The story
Originating from the tropical regions of Colombia, Sancocho is traditionally prepared in family settings during rainy days to keep both the house and the spirits warm.
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