Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

bone

1 unit

meat

6 unit

red radishes

sliced thin

4 unit

celery sticks

chopped

0.5 unit

onion

chopped

0.5 unit

bell pepper

chopped

0.25 cup

cilantro

chopped

2 unit

plantains

peeled and cut at angle

1 unit

yucca

peeled and cut into strips

1 unit

corn-on-the-cob

2 unit

potato

2 unit

garlic

minced

1 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

Ground

Step 1
~9 min

In a dutch oven, combine meat, bone, sliced red radishes, chopped celery, chopped onion, chopped bell pepper, and water to 3/4 full.

Step 2
~9 min

Add garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 3
~9 min

Bring the mixture to a boil and continue to boil for 30 minutes.

Step 4
~9 min

Check if the meat is tender. Once tender, add the peeled and angled-cut plantains and yucca strips.

Step 5
~9 min

Continue boiling for another 20 to 30 minutes.

Step 6
~9 min

If using corn on the cob and potatoes, add them at the same time as the plantains and yucca.

Step 7
~9 min

Continue simmering until all vegetables are tender, approximately 1 1/2 hours total cooking time.

Key Technique: Simmering
Step 8
~9 min

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9
~9 min

Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 10
~9 min

Serve with Colombian white rice on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use bone-in meat.

Adjust the amount of water to your desired consistency.

Add a squeeze of lime juice at the end for brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with white rice.

Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Serve with a side of avocado.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Colombia

Cultural Significance

Traditional comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Comfort Food
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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