Traditional Panamanian Sancocho Soup

yuca

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Cauliflower is lower in carbs and calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

corn

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Zucchini is lower in calories, while frozen corn is often cheaper.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley provides a similar flavor profile and is often less expensive.

Shred the cooked whole chicken into smaller pieces, removing some skin for health reasons.

Prepare yuca by explaining it as a starchy root vegetable similar to a potato.

Add the shredded chicken to a large pot and brown it slightly, even though it's already cooked.

Add water to the pot to create the broth.

Season with black pepper and salt to taste.

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