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True Dominican Sancocho Recipe

A hearty and traditional Dominican stew made with a variety of meats and root vegetables.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Dominican
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Beef cut into chunks
  • 1 lb Chicken cut into chunks
  • 1 lb Pork cut into chunks
  • 2 cups Yuca peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups Plantains peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups Potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup Carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup Corn cut into chunks
  • 1 cup Pumpkin peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 bunch Cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 8 cups Water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  2. 2. Add the beef, chicken, and pork to the pot. Cook until browned on all sides.
  3. 3. Add the water, yuca, plantains, potatoes, carrots, corn, and pumpkin. Bring to a boil.
  4. 4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the meats and vegetables are tender.
  5. 5. Stir in the cilantro, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. 6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 1200mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Comfort Food, Stew
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