Name: Puerto Rican Sancocho
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Ingredients: 1 lb beef stew meat; 1 lb bone-in chicken thighs; 2 yautía (taro root, peeled and cut into chunks); 1 lb yuca (peeled and cut into chunks); 2 green plantains (peeled and cut into chunks); 2 corn on the cob (cut into thirds); 2 cups calabaza (Caribbean pumpkin, peeled and diced); 2 potatoes (peeled and diced); 3 tbsp sofrito; 1 tbsp adobo seasoning; 8 cups chicken or beef stock; Fresh cilantro (for garnish); Lime wedges (for serving); Avocado slices (for serving)

Description

Puerto Rican Sancocho is a beloved stew that embodies the spirit of comfort food with its rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This one-pot wonder combines tender beef and chicken, along with an array of vibrant root vegetables like yuca, plantains, and calabaza, all simmered in a savory broth infused with sofrito and adobo seasoning. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, this dish creates a warm atmosphere that brings everyone together. Dive into the essence of Puerto Rican cuisine with every bite of this nourishing stew.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb beef stew meat
1 lb bone-in chicken thighs
2 yautía (taro root, peeled and cut into chunks)
1 lb yuca (peeled and cut into chunks)
2 green plantains (peeled and cut into chunks)
2 corn on the cob (cut into thirds)
2 cups calabaza (Caribbean pumpkin, peeled and diced)
2 potatoes (peeled and diced)
3 tbsp sofrito
1 tbsp adobo seasoning
8 cups chicken or beef stock
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving)
Avocado slices (for serving)

Instructions

Season beef chunks and chicken thighs with adobo seasoning.
In a large stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown the meat in batches; remove and set aside.
Add sofrito to the pot and sauté until fragrant, then stir in sazón.
Return the browned meat to the pot and pour in stock, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
Add yautía, yuca, and plantains; simmer for about 15 minutes.
Incorporate potatoes, calabaza, and corn; cover and simmer for another 30–40 minutes until all ingredients are tender.
Adjust seasoning if needed before serving warm.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main
Method: One-pot cooking
Cuisine: Puerto Rican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
Calories: 475
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 840mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables based on availability or personal preference. To thicken the broth, consider adding more root vegetables or incorporating plant-based gelling agents like agar-agar.