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Traditional Peruvian Seco de Pollo (Chicken Stew) with Seasonal Vegetables plated and ready to serve
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Traditional Peruvian Seco de Pollo (Chicken Stew) with Seasonal Vegetables

◷ 80 minmedium

A comforting Peruvian-style chicken stew, Seco de Pollo features tender chicken pieces simmered in a fragrant cilantro and beer sauce, paired with fresh seasonal vegetables. This dish showcases the vibrant flavors of Peru using familiar stewing techniques, perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.

Nov 26
Caribbean Pumpkin Stew with Pork plated and ready to serve
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Caribbean Pumpkin Stew with Pork

◷ 110 minmedium

A hearty Caribbean stew featuring tender pork simmered with seasonal pumpkin and aromatic spices, delivering comforting flavors perfect for a weeknight meal.

Nov 15

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  • Traditional Peruvian Seco de Pollo (Chicken Stew) with Seasonal Vegetables

    Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 60 minutes. Allow 80 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, vegetable oil, white onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced, fresh cilantro (leaves and tender stems). Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, blender or food processor, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cups.

    Kitchen tip: Using bone-in chicken thighs adds flavor and moisture but boneless skinless thighs can be used for convenience.

  • Caribbean Pumpkin Stew with Pork

    Preparation takes 20 minutes. Cooking takes 90 minutes. Allow 110 minutes in total. Makes 4 servings. Key ingredients: pork shoulder, cut into 2.5 cm (1 inch) cubes, pumpkin, peeled and cubed, vegetable oil, onion, finely chopped, garlic, minced. Equipment: large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, measuring cup.

    Kitchen tip: For a milder stew, remove the seeds from the Scotch bonnet pepper before adding or substitute with a milder chili pepper.

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