Seco de Pollo, Ecuadorian Chicken Stew

beer

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic beer

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic beer retains flavor without alcohol.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor at a lower cost.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes.

Add chicken pieces, browning on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.

Pour in beer (or chicha) and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze.

Add diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, until chicken is tender.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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