Ajiaco Cubano

Name: Ajiaco Cubano
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cubed; 1 lb beef flank steak, cubed; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 6 cups beef broth; 1 lb yuca root, chopped; 1 lb malanga root, chopped; 1 lb calabaza squash, cubed; 2 corn ears, cut in rounds; 2 tbsp lime juice

A traditional Cuban stew packed with pork, beef, root vegetables, and sweet corn simmered in a savory broth.

75 minMediumServes 6580 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cubed
1 lb beef flank steak, cubed
1 yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
6 cups beef broth
1 lb yuca root, chopped
1 lb malanga root, chopped
1 lb calabaza squash, cubed
2 corn ears, cut in rounds
2 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat.
2

Add 1.5 lbs cubed pork shoulder and 1 lb cubed beef flank steak, cooking for 8 minutes until browned on all sides and pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
3

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves, stirring for 5 minutes until soft.
4

Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste, then pour in 6 cups beef broth and bring to a simmer.
5

Add 1 lb chopped yuca root, 1 lb chopped malanga root, 1 lb cubed calabaza squash, and 2 cut in rounds corn ears to the pot.
6

Cover and simmer for 35 minutes until all root vegetables are tender.
7

Stir in 2 tbsp lime juice before serving warm.

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Questions

How long does Ajiaco Cubano take?

As written, 75 minutes: 25 of prep and 50 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (35 minutes): "Cover and simmer for 35 minutes until all root vegetables are tender."

What internal temperature should Ajiaco Cubano reach?

For Ajiaco Cubano, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use another cut instead of flank steak in Ajiaco Cubano?

Flank, skirt, hanger and flat iron swap freely at the same weight. Slice whichever you use across the grain, or it eats tough. As written, the entry for Ajiaco Cubano uses 1 lb beef flank steak, cubed.

How much protein is in Ajiaco Cubano?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) has 42 g of protein in about 580 calories, alongside 48 g carbohydrate and 24 g fat, plus 7 g fiber and 780 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

How do I store and reheat Ajiaco Cubano?

Refrigerate Ajiaco Cubano for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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