Sancocho

Name: Sancocho
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck (cut for stew); 2 medium yellow onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 8 cups beef broth; 2 medium potato, cubed; 1 lb yuca (cassava root), cubed; 2 medium green plantain, cubed; 2 pieces corn on the cob; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

A hearty Colombian meat and vegetable stew made with beef, root vegetables, plantains, and aromatics. Soul-warming comfort food.

70 minEasyServes 6340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs beef chuck (cut for stew)
2 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups beef broth
2 medium potato, cubed
1 lb yuca (cassava root), cubed
2 medium green plantain, cubed
2 pieces corn on the cob
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the 2 lbs beef chuck (cut for stew) on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
2

In the same pot, sauté 2 medium diced yellow onion and 4 cloves minced garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3

Return beef to the pot and pour in 8 cups beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
4

Add 1 lb cubed yuca (cassava root), 2 medium cubed potato, 2 medium cubed green plantain, and 2 pieces corn on the cob. Simmer for another 25-30 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
5

Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper to taste.
6

Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve hot in bowls.

Questions

How long does Sancocho 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 Sancocho?

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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