Dominican Sancocho (7 Meat Hearty Stew) with a Jamaican Twist

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast reduces fat content while pork is often less expensive.

yuca

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Cauliflower is lower in carbs and calories, while potatoes are more readily available.

plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bananas

Zucchini offers a lower-calorie option, while bananas are often more affordable.

corn

🥗Healthier: peas

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Peas are lower in calories, and frozen corn is often cheaper than fresh.

Separate the chicken from the other meats to avoid mixing them.

Prepare seven types of meat: chicken, goat, beef ribs, stew beef, oxtail, lamb chops, and pork belly.

In a bowl, add avocado oil to the meat to prevent sticking.

Season the meat with jerk seasoning and natural seasoning, mixing thoroughly to ensure even coverage.

Massage the seasoning into the meat and let it marinate overnight.

In the morning, peel and prepare the vegetables: potatoes, carrots, and corn.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add chopped onions and bell peppers, sautéing until fragrant.

Add the marinated chicken to the pot first, followed by the other meats.

Stir all the meats together to combine the flavors.

Cover the pot and let the meat cook down for a while before adding water.

After some time, check the meat and add more natural seasoning, thyme, and rosemary.

Add chopped scallions to the pot.

Continue to let the mixture simmer until the meat is tender, stirring occasionally.

Once the meat is tender, add the potatoes, carrots, and corn to the pot.

Stir everything together and let it cook until the vegetables are tender.

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