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Gallina India Guisada

Cultural Context

Gallina India Guisada is a traditional Salvadoran dish, often prepared for family gatherings and celebrations. This hearty stew showcases the unique flavors of Central America, combining tender hen with fresh vegetables and spices. It reflects the agricultural heritage of El Salvador, where local ingredients are celebrated in home-cooked meals. Today, variations of this dish can be found throughout Latin America, each with its own regional twist.

SalvadoranSVmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
gallina india
2 chiles
2 tomates
1 cebolla
2 papas
cilantro
black pepper
comino
olive oil
1 cup water
consomé de pollo

gallina india

💰Cheaper: chicken

Chicken is more readily available and less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Remove feathers from the gallina india.

2

Soak the gallina in boiling water for a few minutes.

3

Clean the gallina by removing the insides and washing it thoroughly.

4

Chop 2 chiles, 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, and 2 potatoes.

5

Add olive oil to a large pot and heat it.

6

Add the chopped vegetables (chiles, tomatoes, onion, and potatoes) to the pot.

7

Season with black pepper and comino to taste.

8

Add the cleaned gallina to the pot and stir.

9

Pour in 1 cup of water and cover the pot.

10

Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

11

After 10 minutes, check and adjust seasoning if necessary.

12

Cover the pot and let it cook for another 4-5 minutes.

13

Prepare rice by soaking it in water for 10 minutes before cooking.

14

Heat oil in a separate pan to fry the rice.

15

Fry the rice until it’s slightly golden before adding water to cook it.

16

Prepare tortillas by toasting them on a comal.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potcomalcutting boardknifemeasuring cupspatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Guiso de GallinaStewed Hen

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