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Puchero
Paraguay
Brought to Paraguay by Spanish settlers. Now a Sunday tradition throughout the country.
Paraguayan boiled dinner — beef, pork, chicken and vegetables slow-simmered in a pot and served in two courses: first the broth as soup, then the meats and vegetables.
Prep
20 mins
Cook
90 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
410 kcal
Serves
6
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
400gbeef brisket
300gpork ribs
1whole chicken, jointed
3potatoes, halved
3carrots
1sweet potato
200gsquash
1onion
3tomatoes
salt and herbsto season
Method
1
Cover all meats with cold water. Bring slowly to a simmer. Skim.
2
Simmer 1 hour. Add vegetables. Cook 30 more minutes.
3
Serve broth first as soup. Then meats and vegetables.
Chef's Tip
A slow simmer keeps the broth clear — boiling makes it cloudy.
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