Best 3 Ajiaco Chicken Sweet Corn And Potato Soup Recipes
**Unveiling the Delightful Symphony of Flavors in Ajiaco: A Culinary Journey Through Colombian Tradition**
Hailing from the heart of Colombia, Ajiaco is a culinary masterpiece that embodies the nation's rich cultural heritage. This hearty and flavorful soup is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a delectable blend of tender chicken, sweet corn, creamy potatoes, and the vibrant touch of guascas, a unique Colombian herb that imparts an earthy, slightly minty flavor. Served with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of capers, Ajiaco is a comforting and satisfying dish that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. Join us on a culinary adventure as we explore the diverse recipes featured in this article, each offering a unique interpretation of this traditional Colombian soup. From the classic Ajiaco Santafereño, brimming with flavorful chicken and vegetables, to the vegetarian-friendly Ajiaco de Maíz, showcasing the sweetness of corn and the richness of coconut milk, these recipes promise an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
AJIACO (COLOMBIAN CHICKEN, POTATO AND CORN SOUP)
This Colombian soup is served in restaurants throughout Bogota and is generally considered comfort food. It can contain as many as three different kinds of potatoes, but we streamlined this recipe to use two (Yukon gold and purple, though you can substitute red bliss for the purple). The garnishes add brightness and bring the soup to life.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 5-quart pot, combine the chicken, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 8 cups water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and skim any foam or impurities from the top. Add the onion, garlic, bay leaf, cilantro stems and scallion whites. Simmer, partially covered, until the chicken is tender and releases easily when pierced with a knife, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a bowl to cool, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile make the aji sauce: In a food processor, combine the scallion greens, hot sauce, tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup of the cilantro leaves and pulse to a coarse sauce. Set aside. (Alternatively, the ingredients can be chopped by hand and stirred to combine.)
- Add the potatoes to the soup along with 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. Cover, bring back to a simmer and simmer another 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, remove the chicken meat from the bones and shred with your hands or 2 forks (discard the bones and skin). Set aside.
- Add the corn to the soup and cook until the corn and potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken meat back to the soup and return the soup to a simmer. Add salt if needed.
- Divide the soup among 6 bowls and serve with sliced avocado, sour cream, capers, aji sauce and remaining cilantro leaves.
AJIACO (COLOMBIAN CHICKEN, POTATO AND CORN SOUP)
This Colombian soup, known as Ajiaco, is served in restaurants throughout Bogota and is generally considered comfort food. It can contain as many as three different kinds of potatoes, but we streamlined this recipe to use two (Yukon gold and purple, though you can substitute red bliss for the purple). The garnishes add brightness and bring the soup to life.
Provided by Food Network
Categories comfort food,dinner,Latin American,soups and stews,stovetop
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 5-quart pot, combine the chicken, 1 ½ teaspoons salt and 8 cups water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and skim any foam or impurities from the top. Add the onion, garlic, bay leaf, cilantro stems and scallion whites. Simmer, partially covered, until the chicken is tender and releases easily when pierced with a knife, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a bowl to cool, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile make the aji sauce: In a food processor, combine the scallion greens, hot sauce, tomatoes, ½ teaspoon salt and ½ cup of the cilantro leaves and pulse to a coarse sauce. Set aside. (Alternatively, the ingredients can be chopped by hand and stirred to combine.)
- Add the potatoes to the soup along with 1 ¼ teaspoons salt. Cover, bring back to a simmer and simmer another 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, remove the chicken meat from the bones and shred with your hands or 2 forks (discard the bones and skin). Set aside.
- Add the corn to the soup and cook until the corn and potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken meat back to the soup and return the soup to a simmer. Add salt if needed.
- Divide the soup among 6 bowls and serve with sliced avocado, sour cream, capers, aji sauce and remaining cilantro leaves.
AJIACO BOGOTANO (CHICKEN AND POTATO SOUP, BOGOTA STYLE)
Ajiaco is a typical dish in Colombia. It has a lot of potatoes since Bogota is in the mountains and potatoes are plentiful. This recipe calls for yucca which can be found in the produce section or frozen (Goya). If you cannot find it, just use Yukon gold potatoes, both will all but disintegrate and thicken the broth. Corn on the cob is cut into 1 inch rounds and thrown into the soup. They are easier to cut if you rotate the corn, eventually the cob will break. Once you remove the cover, you'll get a burst of sweet corn aroma. An avocado half is served either on the side, so you can take a spoonful of avocado and dip it in the soup.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown chicken (seasoned with salt and pepper) in oil then add to Dutch oven or pressure cooker.
- Put potatoes, yucca and corn in pot and season with salt and pepper and cayenne, if using; pour chicken stock into pot.
- Meanwhile, cook onions and garlic in skillet until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in 1 cup water and loosen the bits stuck to the bottom; pour all into pot.
- Cover pot and cook over medium heat 40 minutes for Dutch oven and 30 minutes in pressure cooker (you will have to lower the heat to low once the pressure is built up in the pressure cooker).
- Once done, taste for seasoning, stir in cream, capers, and cilantro, if desired.
- Ladle into bowls and serve with an avocado on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.2, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 113.9, Sodium 378.7, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6, Protein 27.1
Tips:
- For a more flavorful soup, use a combination of chicken broth and water. You can also use chicken bouillon cubes or granules.
- If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can cook the chicken and vegetables in a large pot over medium heat for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream, avocado, or guacamole.
- For a vegetarian version of this soup, omit the chicken and add an extra cup of vegetables.
Conclusion:
Ajiaco is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The soup is flavorful and satisfying, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a new soup recipe to try, give ajiaco a try. You won't be disappointed!
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