Dominican Sancocho Recipe
Dominican Sancocho is a beloved traditional stew that combines a variety of meats with tropical vegetables and rich seasoning. It's a dish that brings families together, especially during celebrations. The flavors meld into a satisfying and hearty meal that's best enjoyed with rice and avocado.
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Equipment
- 1 Dutch Oven
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Wooden Spoon
- Bowls for marinating and serving
Ingredients
Seasoning Mix (Marinade)
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 limes juiced
Sancocho
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb beef cut into chunks
- 1 lb pork cut into chunks
- 1 lb chicken cut into chunks
- 1 lb goat meat optional
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 quarts chicken or beef broth
- 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 yuca cassava, peeled and sliced
- 1 yam peeled and sliced
- 1 taro root peeled and sliced
- 2 ears corn cut into pieces
- 1 green plantain peeled and sliced
- 1 ripe plantain peeled and sliced
- 2 potatoes peeled and sliced
- 2 large carrots peeled and sliced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Meats: Mix the ingredients for the seasoning mix in a bowl. Coat the meats with the mixture and let marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.2 tsp oregano, 1 tsp cumin, salt, black pepper, 2 limes
- Brown the Meats: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the meats and brown on all sides. You may need to do this in batches.1 lb beef, 1 lb pork, 1 lb chicken, 1 lb goat meat, 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- Add Vegetables and Broth: Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened. Then add the broth, cilantro, and lime juice.1 large onion, 1 bell pepper, 4 cloves garlic, 3 quarts chicken or beef broth, 2 tbsp cilantro, 1 lime
- Simmer: Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1 hour.
- Add Root Vegetables: Add the yuca, yam, taro, and corn to the pot. Continue to cook for another 30 minutes.1 yuca, 1 yam, 1 taro root, 2 ears corn
- Add Remaining Vegetables: Add the plantains, potatoes, and carrots to the pot. Continue to cook for another 30 minutes, or until all the ingredients are tender.1 green plantain, 1 ripe plantain, 2 potatoes, 2 large carrots
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot in bowls with a side of rice and avocado if desired.salt, black pepper
Notes
- The meats and vegetables used can vary based on availability and personal preference. Some versions also include sausage or other meats.
- This is a flexible recipe, and it's quite common to add or substitute ingredients based on what's available locally.
- Sancocho is often served with a side of white rice and a hot sauce made from onions, vinegar, and hot peppers.