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Caldillo de Congrio

Cultural Context

Caldillo de Congrio hails from the coastal regions of Chile, where fresh seafood is a staple. This hearty eel stew reflects the country's rich maritime culture, often enjoyed as a family meal during gatherings. Traditionally, it embodies the flavors of the ocean, with the conger eel being a prized catch. Today, variations exist, with some incorporating different types of fish or additional vegetables, making it a beloved dish both in Chile and among seafood enthusiasts worldwide.

ChileanCLmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 trozos de congrio sin piel y con hueso (de 120 grs c/u)
1 taza de camarones
4 papas pequeñas
1 zanahoria en laminas
¼ de cebolla en pluma
½ taza de pimentones de colores cortados en tiras
1 tomate pequeño cortado en cubitos
2 dientes de ajos picados o machacados
1 cdta ají de color
1 cdta orégano
1 cdta de merquen
1 hoja de laurel
¼ taza de vino blanco
3 cdas de aceite de oliva
1 litro de agua
Cilantro

conger eel

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: hake

Cod is a leaner alternative, while hake is often more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

White grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol, while cooking wine is less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, while spinach is versatile and economical.

1

En una olla caliente, agregue la cebolla, el tomate, la zanahoria, los pimentones y ajo, condimente con todos los aliños ya mencionados y la sal, apague con el vino blanco y agregue el agua.

2

Agregue las papas y deje cocinar a fuego lento hasta que las papas estén blandas.

3

Finalmente agregue los camarones y el congrio y deje cocinar de 5 a 8 minutos a fuego muy bajo para que no se desarme el congrio.

4

Sirva con hojas de cilantro o cilantro picado.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

olla

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Congrio SoupCongrio Stew

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