Cocinando un rico CHAIRO a fogón-Comida Boliviana

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Rice is a more common and affordable grain.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly cooking fat.

green peas

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are often cheaper and just as nutritious.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.

Add beef to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.

Add quinoa, bay leaves, and chili powder; stir well.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Simmer for an additional 30 minutes, until quinoa and vegetables are tender.

Stir in green peas and cilantro, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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