Puchero: El Rey de las Ollas

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is often less expensive than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more budget-friendly.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are often cheaper and just as nutritious.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add beef, pork, and chicken; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chorizo and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and enough water to cover the meats.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until meats are tender.

Add potatoes, carrots, and corn; simmer for 30 minutes.

Stir in cabbage and peas; cook for another 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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