Puchero

Name: Puchero
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 115 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 3 lbs beef brisket, cubed; 8 cups beef broth; 1 can canned garbanzo beans, drained; 4 Yukon Gold potatoes, halved; 2 sweet potatoes, chopped; 4 corn cobs, halved; 1/2 head green cabbage, wedged; 4 carrots, sliced

A traditional hearty Peruvian stew featuring beef, corn, root vegetables, and cabbage simmered in a savory broth.

115 minMediumServes 6480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 lbs beef brisket, cubed
8 cups beef broth
1 can canned garbanzo beans, drained
4 Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
2 sweet potatoes, chopped
4 corn cobs, halved
1/2 head green cabbage, wedged
4 carrots, sliced

Instructions

1

Combine 3 lbs cubed beef brisket and 8 cups beef broth in a large pot over high heat and bring to a boil.
2

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 minutes until the beef brisket reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and becomes tender.
3

Add 4 sliced carrots, 4 halved Yukon Gold potatoes, 2 chopped sweet potatoes, and 4 halved corn cobs to the pot.
4

Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
5

Stir in 1/2 head wedged green cabbage and 1 can drained canned garbanzo beans, simmering uncovered for another 15 minutes until all vegetables are fork-tender.
6

Ladle the soup into warm bowls with equal portions of beef and vegetables.

Questions

How long does Puchero keep?

Refrigerate it 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.

Can I halve or double Puchero?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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