Sancocho Recipe
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Sancocho

By: John Camacho 
"This is a typical dish from Colombia, South America. A chicken stew made with plantain and cassava that is served with a fresh tomato and onion sauce."

What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Beer Beer
Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
40 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 6 very large servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 quarts water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 6 chicken leg quarters
  • 2 plantains, peeled and cut into 6 pieces
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled
  • 4 pounds fresh cassava roots, cut into 6 pieces
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  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 4 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon mild paprika, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 pound tomatoes, chopped

Directions

  1. Place the water into a large pot, and add 1 tablespoon salt , chopped cilantro (coriander), garlic, chicken legs, plantains, and 1 onion. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes. Add the potatoes and cassava to the pot, and continue to cook for another 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  2. While the chicken and vegetables are cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the onions in the hot oil, and season with cumin, paprika, and salt. When the onions are limp, stir in the tomatoes, and remove from heat.
  3. Spoon the chicken stew into bowls, and serve topped with the tomato onion sauce.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 1095 | Total Fat: 26.4g | Cholesterol: 139mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2007 by hey_missdeejay   view full review
I'm from Barranquilla, Colombia currently living in the States. I made this recipe, but I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2008 by patryder   view full review
Although this recipe is very good, it lacks the amount of cilantro that is normally found in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 0 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 16, 2004 by FAREN31   view full review
Both Sancocho and Ajiaco are Colombian soups. BTW, Panama was part of Colombia until 1903, so...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 1, 2003 by VICTORH   view full review
THIS IS A DELISIOUS SOUP
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2008 by ncivjan   view full review
All I can say is... Yum! Very authentic. The only thing I added to the recipe is a boullion...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2007 by Kristen   view full review
Very good. I like the thought of eating an authentic Columbian dish. Very good, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2006 by SHADYKATIE   view full review
My husband is from Colombia, and this is just as good as our recipe.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2004 by MICROCAPITOL   view full review
I do not know about the history of this dish, however I took the plaintains and sliced them,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2004 by SairajB   view full review
Such a delicate flavor from such a hearty soup! The different textures and flavors has made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2011 by Mcintyreknox   view full review
This was a good soup. Not as hearty as the Caribbean version, the one from the Dominican...

 

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