LOCRO ARGENTINO | Hearty Soup | Comfort Food

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground beef is often more affordable and cooks faster.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is usually cheaper and adds rich flavor.

white corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: yellow corn

Yellow corn is more accessible and still provides texture.

In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Stir in diced beef brisket and pork; cook until browned on all sides.

Add bacon, chorizo, and pork sausage; cook for an additional few minutes.

Incorporate the white corn, white beans, and squash into the pot.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and add chili flakes, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Cover and simmer for several hours, stirring occasionally, until the corn and beans are tender.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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