Venezuelan Sancocho

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and generally less expensive than beef.

yuca

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potato

Sweet potato offers a similar texture with more nutrients.

plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bananas

Zucchini can be a lighter alternative while bananas are more accessible.

Cut the beef into large chunks.

Season the meat with salt and pepper.

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

Brown the meat on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped vegetables to the pot.

Sauté the vegetables until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

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

Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, skimming off any foam.

Add diced starches to the pot.

Continue to simmer for another 20-30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.

Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the starches are soft.

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