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🇨🇴 Sancocho Recipe (Traditional Latin American Stew)

Sancocho is a comforting, hearty stew enjoyed across Colombia, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and other Latin countries. Made with chicken or beef, root vegetables, corn, plantains, and fresh herbs, it’s rich, warm, and perfect for family meals.

📝 Ingredients

Protein (choose one or mix):

  • 500g chicken (thighs or drumsticks)
  • or 500g beef chunks
  • or 500g pork ribs

Vegetables & Roots:

  • 2 ears of corn, cut into chunks
  • 2 green plantains, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 yuca (cassava), peeled and chopped
  • 1 carrot, chopped

Aromatics & Seasoning:

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt & pepper to taste

To Serve:

  • Lime wedges
  • Cooked white rice
  • Avocado slices

🍲 How to Make Sancocho

1. Prepare the Base

  • In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, and tomato until soft.
  • Add chicken/beef/pork and sear for a few minutes.

2. Add Water & Seasoning

  • Add enough water to cover the meat (about 6–7 cups).
  • Add cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer 30 minutes (longer if using beef).

3. Add the Vegetables

Add in this order (they cook at different speeds):

  1. Yuca and plantains
  2. Potatoes and carrots
  3. Corn pieces

Simmer until all vegetables are soft and the soup is thickened.

4. Add Fresh Herbs

  • Stir in chopped cilantro.
  • Adjust salt before serving.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions (5 Ideas)

1. Serve with White Rice

The most traditional side — spoon the stew over the rice.

2. Add Avocado Slices

Creamy avocado enhances the rich broth.

3. Serve with Lime Wedges

A squeeze of lime brightens the flavors.

4. Pair with Arepas or Bread

Perfect for dipping into the flavorful broth.

5. Add Aji or Hot Sauce

For those who like heat, a small spoon of spicy sauce works perfectly.

❓ FAQs

1. What meat is best for Sancocho?

Chicken is most common, but beef, pork, or a combination works well.

2. Can I make Sancocho ahead of time?

Yes — it tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.

3. Can I freeze Sancocho?

Yes. Store in airtight containers for up to 2 months (avoid freezing potatoes if possible).

4. Can I make it vegetarian?

Absolutely. Add:

  • More potatoes
  • Pumpkin
  • Beans
  • Vegetable broth

5. Why is my broth too thin?

Let it simmer longer or mash a few potato pieces to naturally thicken it.

🔗 Similar Recipes  

⭐ 1. Chicken Stew (Pollo Guisado)

Rich Latin-style chicken stew.

⭐ 2. Arroz con Pollo

A comforting one-pot chicken and rice meal.

⭐ 3. Beef Barbacoa

Tender shredded beef slow cooked in spices.

⭐ 4. Mexican Pozole

A hearty pork and hominy stew.

⭐ 5. Brazilian Moqueca

A flavorful coconut-based fish stew.

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