Healthy Beef Sancocho | Traditional Venezuelan Recipe Step by Step

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be less expensive.

yuca

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potato offers similar texture with added nutrients.

corn

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Zucchini provides a low-calorie option, while frozen corn is budget-friendly.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is a good substitute for flavor, while green onions are more affordable.

Cut beef into large chunks.

Season beef with salt, black pepper, and cumin.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the beef.

Brown the beef on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot; sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Pour in enough water to cover the beef and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Add yuca, potatoes, and carrots; cook for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Stir in corn and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Add bay leaves and oregano; simmer for 5 more minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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