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Chilean Charquicán

Cultural Context

Charquicán is a traditional Chilean dish that originated from the need to use preserved meats and leftover vegetables. It reflects the resourcefulness of Chilean home cooking, often made in large batches to feed families. This hearty stew has become a beloved comfort food, with variations found across the country, showcasing local ingredients. Today, Charquicán is enjoyed by many, often served during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and togetherness.

ChileanCLmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg potatoes (papas), chopped
800 g pumpkin (zapallo), chopped
1 whole carrot (zanahoria), chopped
200 g green beans (poroto verde/judía verde), chopped
120 g corn (maíz/choclo)
1 whole onion
2 cloves garlic
1 beef broth cube (caldo concentrado de carne)
ground cumin (comino molido)
sweet paprika (pimentón dulce/ají de color)
oregano

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: zucchini

Butternut squash is nutritious and flavorful.

1

Prepare the ingredients: chop the potatoes, pumpkin, carrot, green beans, and onion.

2

In a pot, add the chopped vegetables (potatoes, pumpkin, carrot, green beans, and corn) and cover with water, ensuring they are fully submerged but not excessively.

3

Add a beef broth cube and salt to the water.

4

Cook the vegetables until they are soft.

5

In a separate skillet, heat about 3 tablespoons of oil.

6

Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.

7

Add the beef (ground or chopped) to the skillet along with the oregano, cumin, and sweet paprika.

8

Cook the meat mixture until done and then set it aside.

9

Once the vegetables are cooked, reserve a little bit of the cooking liquid.

10

Mash the cooked potatoes and vegetables using a masher, leaving some chunks for texture.

11

Combine the mashed vegetables with the cooked meat mixture and mix well.

12

Serve the dish topped with a fried egg and a side salad of tomatoes with cilantro and garlic.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingstewing

Equipment Needed

potskilletmasher

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

CharquicánCharquicán de carne

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