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Picante de cochayuyo ( Comida Peruana )

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Picante de Cochayuyo

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Chile, Picante de Cochayuyo is a hearty stew that highlights the unique flavor of cochayuyo, a type of edible seaweed. Traditionally enjoyed by local fishermen and their families, this dish reflects the resourcefulness of coastal communities in utilizing available ingredients. Today, it is celebrated for its nutritional benefits and is often prepared in homes across Chile, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the country.

ChileanCLmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup cochayuyo
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium potatoes, boiled and diced
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup corn (maíz chulpi)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cochayuyo

🥗Healthier: kelp

💰Cheaper: nori

Kelp is a nutritious alternative and nori is more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Lavar bien el cochayuyo en un colador para quitar arenilla.

2

Pasar el cochayuyo por agua hervida para desinfectarlo, reposando por unos minutos.

3

Calentar aceite en una olla.

4

Echar la cebolla en la olla para dorarla.

5

Mientras se dora la cebolla, tostar maíz chulpi en otra olla.

6

Echar dos cucharadas de ajos en la olla con cebolla y dejar dorar.

7

Agregar dos cucharitas de ají colorado y dejar dorar.

8

Añadir pimienta, comino y un poco de sal, probando para ajustar el sabor.

9

Echar el cochayuyo en la olla y mezclar.

10

Añadir una taza y media de agua fría y dejar hervir por 10 minutos.

11

Agregar la papa sancochada picada y revolver.

12

Dejar cocinar por 5 minutos más para espesar la mezcla.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Cochayuyo StewSeaweed Stew

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