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chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner and can be more affordable than chicken breast.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can be more cost-effective and have a longer shelf life.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can provide a similar aromatic flavor.

Start by preparing the ingredients, including cutting the vegetables into small pieces and soaking them in water to prevent browning.

In a large pot, add the beef, pork, and chicken, along with a pinch of salt and a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.

Sear the meats on all sides until browned, then cover the pot to help tenderize the meat.

Once the meat is tender, remove the bones if desired and shred the meat into pieces.

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot, stirring to combine with the meat.

Next, add the julienned bell peppers and mix everything together.

Incorporate the bay leaves, cumin, and oregano into the mixture, stirring well.

Add the tomato puree and mix thoroughly to coat the meat and vegetables.

Add black pepper to taste and then stir in the reserved bacon.

Squeeze the juice of the lemon into the pot for added flavor.

Layer the chopped vegetables (pumpkin, corn, yuca, malanga, and potatoes) on top of the meat mixture.

Pour in enough water to cover the vegetables and bring to a boil.

Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

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