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Pacumutos de jiba

Cultural Context

Pacumutos de jiba are a traditional dish from Bolivia, particularly enjoyed in the Andean region. This dish combines jiba, a type of tuber, with corn flour to create dumplings that are often filled with various meats and vegetables. It reflects the agricultural heritage of Bolivia, where indigenous ingredients are celebrated. Modern variations may include different fillings and cooking methods, showcasing the dish's adaptability and enduring popularity in Bolivian cuisine.

BolivianBOmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kilogram jiba
1 tablespoon salt
2 cloves garlic
450 ml water
green papaya
150 grams chicken heart
1 liter water
100 ml soy sauce
1 beef broth
1 sprig parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

pork

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey is leaner and more affordable than pork.

corn flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean ground turkey is healthier and often cheaper.

1

Prepare jiba by cutting it against the grain into thicker pieces to keep the fat inside.

2

Marinate the jiba in half a liter of water with approximately two limes for flavor.

3

Add garlic and red sauce to the marinade, which acts as a tenderizer.

4

Include green papaya in the marinade to help tenderize the meat.

5

Blend the marinade ingredients and pour them over the jiba pieces.

6

Let the jiba marinate for about one hour, longer for better flavor.

7

Prepare the chicken heart by cleaning it and cutting it into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Also Known As

Pacumuto de jibaPacumutos

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