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Chicken Vori Vori

Cultural Context

Chicken Vori Vori is a traditional Paraguayan dish that showcases the country's love for corn and hearty flavors. Originating from the Guarani culture, this dish combines tender chicken with a thick cornmeal base, often enjoyed during family gatherings or special occasions. Its comforting nature and rich flavors make it a beloved staple in Paraguayan cuisine, with variations found in neighboring countries as well.

ParaguayanPYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups water
2 cups vegetable broth
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
1/4 cup cilantro
2 cups cornmeal
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup cheese

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

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while maintaining a similar texture.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Salpimentar las presas de pollo y dejar reposar unos minutos.

2

Hidratar los vegetales (borrón, cebolla, pimiento) en la olla.

3

Agregar agua a la olla con los vegetales y pollo, asegurando suficiente cantidad para el caldo.

4

Tapar y dejar cocinar por 25 minutos.

5

Condimentar la mezcla con un poco de sal y agregar queso en trozos.

6

Filtrar el caldo caliente y colar las verduras, volviendo el líquido a la olla.

7

Agregar la harina de maíz poco a poco mientras se amasa, buscando una consistencia tierna.

8

Formar bollitos del mismo tamaño para asegurar un tiempo de cocción uniforme.

9

Espolvorear harina de maíz sobre los bollitos antes de cocinarlos.

10

Cocinar los bollitos en el caldo caliente durante 10-15 minutos, tapados.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingshreddingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spooncutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Vori VoriVori Vori de Pollo

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