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Charquicán Chileno con Huevo

Cultural Context

Charquicán is a traditional Chilean dish with roots in the indigenous Mapuche cuisine, often made with leftover meats and seasonal vegetables. It reflects the resourcefulness of Chilean families, transforming simple ingredients into a hearty stew. Today, it's a beloved comfort food, often enjoyed with a fried egg on top, showcasing the blend of indigenous and Spanish culinary influences in Chilean cooking.

ChileanCLmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500 grams ground beef
1 onion
1 clove garlic
1 kilogram potatoes
1 carrot
2 pieces pumpkin
spinach leaves
peas
salt

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

1

Start by cooking the ground beef in a large skillet until browned.

2

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is translucent.

3

Season the mixture with spices as desired.

4

In a separate pot, boil the pumpkin and carrot for 17 minutes.

5

After 17 minutes, add the potatoes and the rest of the vegetables to the pot.

6

Once all vegetables are cooked, mash them together slightly to combine.

7

Add the peas to the vegetable mixture and season with salt to taste.

8

Combine the cooked beef mixture with the vegetables, stirring well.

9

Cook everything together for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.

10

Fry eggs sunny-side up in a separate pan to serve on top of the dish.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingmixing

Equipment Needed

large skilletpotspatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

CharquicánChilean Stew

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