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Pollo Sudado

Cultural Context

Pollo Sudado is a traditional Colombian dish that showcases the rich flavors of the region. It is often enjoyed as a comforting family meal, especially on colder days. The dish emphasizes the use of fresh vegetables and spices, creating a hearty stew that is both satisfying and nourishing. Variations exist throughout Colombia, with some regions adding different vegetables or spices to personalize the dish.

ColombianCOmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 medium onion
1 sweet pepper (chile dulce)
3 tomatoes
fresh cilantro
butter or margarine (or oil)
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
turmeric
paprika (optional)
dried oregano
dried parsley
dried basil
salt to taste
chicken thighs and legs

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more economical.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while yams can be less expensive.

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are usually more affordable and still nutritious.

1

Start by melting butter or margarine in a pan.

2

Add 1 tablespoon of garlic paste to the melted butter.

3

Chop 1 medium onion into julienne strips and add it to the pan, sautéing until it starts to brown (about 3 minutes).

4

Chop 1 sweet pepper (chile dulce) into julienne strips and add it to the pan, continuing to sauté for about 2 more minutes.

5

Add the chicken thighs and legs to the pan, ensuring they are washed well beforehand with vinegar or lemon.

6

Chop 3 tomatoes into cubes and add them to the pan along with chopped fresh cilantro.

7

Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of cumin, turmeric, and paprika (optional).

8

Add dried oregano, dried parsley, and dried basil to the pan.

9

Stir everything together well, ensuring the chicken is coated with the spices.

10

Cover the pan and let the chicken cook for 10 minutes, allowing it to sweat and release juices.

11

After 10 minutes, check the chicken and turn each piece to ensure even cooking.

12

Cover again and let it cook for another 10 minutes, adding salt to taste.

13

Continue cooking for a total of about 30 minutes, checking every 10 minutes and turning the chicken pieces.

14

Cook on medium heat, allowing the chicken to remain juicy and flavorful without adding any water.

15

After the final cooking time, check for seasoning and doneness, then serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Sudado de PolloColombian Stewed Chicken

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