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Hayacas de Pollo

Cultural Context

Originating from Venezuela, hayacas are a traditional dish often made during festive occasions, especially Christmas. They represent a blend of indigenous and Spanish culinary traditions, featuring a corn dough filled with various meats and spices. Today, hayacas are enjoyed throughout Venezuela and have variations that reflect regional ingredients and preferences, making them a cherished part of Venezuelan culture.

VenezuelanVEmain
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon achiote
1 tablespoon garlic paste
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium pearl onion
2 cups precooked cornmeal
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup bell peppers
2 hard-boiled eggs
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup green olives

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: chicken

Lean beef offers a healthier option, while chicken is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

1

Cocinar el pollo en agua con ajo, cebolla blanca, cilantro, sal y orégano seco para hacer un caldo.

2

Colar el caldo y reservarlo.

3

Preparar una salsa de maní mezclando achiote y pasta de ajo con agua caliente.

4

Desmenuzar el pollo cocido.

5

En una sartén, derretir mantequilla y sofreír cebolla perla, luego añadir el pollo desmenuzado y reservar.

6

En un recipiente, mezclar harina de maíz precocida, sal y azúcar morena.

7

Agregar el caldo de pollo reservado poco a poco mientras se amasa firmemente.

8

Si es necesario, añadir más líquido para evitar grumos.

9

Incorporar mantequilla para obtener una textura suave y uniforme.

10

Sobre hojas de plátano, colocar la masa y hacer una hendidura para la salsa de maní.

11

Agregar el relleno de pollo, pimientos de colores, huevo duro, pasas y aceitunas.

12

Cerrar las hallacas doblando los lados y asegurarlas con piola, algodón o la hoja del plátano.

13

Colocar las hallacas en una vaporera y cocinar por aproximadamente 45 minutos.

14

Retirar las hallacas y servir calientes.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingsteamingsautéing

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowlknifecutting boardsauté pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

HayacasTamales de Pollo

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