Colombian Holy Trinity A.K.A Guiso // Tasty Bit 59

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and cost-effective.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth can be lower in sodium.

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 diced meat; cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped bell peppers and tomatoes; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add diced potatoes and carrots; mix well to combine.

Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil.

Season with cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Check for tenderness of meat and vegetables; adjust seasoning if needed.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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