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Curanto en Olla

Cultural Context

Curanto en Olla is a traditional dish from the Chiloé Archipelago in Chile, rooted in indigenous Mapuche cooking methods. This communal meal showcases the region's rich seafood and agricultural bounty, often prepared for gatherings and celebrations. While the original curanto was cooked in a pit, the olla version allows for easier preparation while retaining the essence of the dish. Today, it is enjoyed throughout Chile and has inspired variations in other countries, celebrating its hearty and flavorful nature.

ChileanCLChiloémain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 cups potatoes, diced
2 cups sweet potatoes, diced
1 lb mussels, cleaned
1 lb clams, cleaned
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
1 lb pork ribs
1 lb chorizo
1 cup onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons salt
4 cups water
1 cup white wine

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

mussels

🥗Healthier: clams

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Canned clams are more affordable and still provide a similar seafood flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often cheaper and provide a similar texture.

pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that can reduce costs.

beef

🥗Healthier: venison

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground beef is usually less expensive and still provides a hearty flavor.

1

Clean the seafood thoroughly with a brush.

2

Prepare equal amounts of cooked and grated potatoes, ensuring to remove all excess water from the grated potatoes.

3

Mix the grated potatoes with the cooked potatoes and add some salt and a bit of mandarin juice.

4

Layer part of the onions and bell peppers at the bottom of the pot.

5

Add the cleaned seafood, pork ribs, and chicken pieces on top of the vegetables.

6

Sprinkle fresh oregano, garlic, and cumin over the mixture.

7

Pour in some white wine and a little water, ensuring not to add too much as the seafood will release liquid.

8

Cover the pot tightly with aluminum foil to trap the steam and flavor.

9

Cook for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, checking that the potatoes are well cooked to know when it's ready.

10

Once cooked, strain the seafood and potatoes, keeping the broth separate.

Cooking Techniques

layeringsteaming

Equipment Needed

large potlidsteamer rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

CurantoCuranto de Chiloé

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