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Jocon Guatemalteco

Cultural Context

Originating from the highlands of Guatemala, Jocon Guatemalteco is a traditional dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of local ingredients, particularly tomatillos and cilantro. This green chicken stew is often served during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and togetherness. Today, it remains a beloved staple in Guatemalan cuisine, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike for its rich flavors and comforting nature.

GuatemalanGTmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
pollo
1000 tomates
cilantro
cebolla
ajo
papa
sal
pimienta
aceite de oliva
agua

tomatillos

🥗Healthier: green tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned green chilies

Green tomatoes provide a similar tangy flavor, while canned chilies are less expensive.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

white rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Quinoa offers more protein, while brown rice is often cheaper than white.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Serrano peppers are spicier, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

Freír los pollos con aceite de oliva a fuego alto, agregando sal y pimienta por tres minutos.

2

Agregar 1.5 litros de agua para hacer un consomé.

3

Pelar una papa, cortarla en cuatro y agregarla al consomé.

4

Pelar y cortar más papas en cuadros, reservando en agua para evitar que se pongan negras.

5

Pelar la cebolla y el ajo mientras se cocina el consomé.

6

Agregar los ingredientes en la licuadora: chile pimiento, cebolla, ajo, cilantro, y los 1000 tomates.

7

Apagar el fuego del consomé y agregar las papas y caldo a la licuadora.

8

Licuar por 2 minutos hasta que la salsa esté fina.

9

Agregar la salsa licuada al pollo en la olla, encender el fuego.

10

Agregar las papas reservadas y revolver bien.

11

Sazonar con sal y pimienta, y cocinar por 15-20 minutos hasta que las papas estén cocidas.

Cooking Techniques

browningblendingsimmering

Equipment Needed

licuadoraolla

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

JoconGuatemalan Green Chicken Stew

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