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Pollo Arverjado

Cultural Context

Pollo Arverjado hails from Venezuela, where it is cherished as a comforting family dish often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. The name 'arverjado' refers to the method of braising the chicken with a rich blend of vegetables and spices, creating a flavorful sauce. This dish showcases the vibrant flavors of Venezuelan cuisine and is often served with rice or arepas, making it a staple in many households. Today, variations can be found throughout Latin America, adapting to local ingredients and tastes.

VenezuelanVEmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 whole chicken
1 leek
1 red bell pepper
1 large onion
2 heads of garlic
3 carrots
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
600 grams green peas
sliced mushrooms
3 potatoes
olive oil
salt
approximately 1 liter of water

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

green olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Black olives are often more affordable.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a budget-friendly substitute.

capers

🥗Healthier: pickles

💰Cheaper: diced green olives

Diced green olives can mimic the briny flavor.

1

Heat olive oil in a pot until hot.

2

Season the whole chicken with salt and sauté for about 10 minutes until it starts to turn white on the outside.

3

Remove the chicken and set aside.

4

Add sliced leek, garlic, and onion to the pot; sauté until softened.

5

Add red bell pepper and sauté for a few more minutes.

6

Return the chicken to the pot.

7

Add ground cumin and oregano, and stir carefully to avoid losing chicken pieces.

8

Pour in approximately 1 liter of water until the chicken is almost covered; check salt and adjust if necessary.

9

Cover the pot and bring the water to a boil.

10

Once boiling, add 600 grams of green peas and sliced mushrooms; cook for an additional 10-20 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

11

Serve the dish with fried potato cubes on top.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Arverjado ChickenPollo al Arverjado

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