AJIACO CRIOLLO -- CUBAN COUNTRY-STYLE STEW RECIPE

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Ajiaco Criollo -- Cuban Country-Style Stew Recipe image

Provided by á-25630

Number Of Ingredients 28

3 tablespoons olive oil
6 slices smoked bacon
6 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin on
3/4 pound pork loin , cut into bite-size pieces
3/4 pound skirt or flank steak> , cut into bite-size pieces
3 cups beef stock
3 cups ham stock
1 1/2 cups red wine
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons Spanish paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 cup malanga, cubed
1 cup boniato, cubed
1 cup yuca, cubed
1 cup calabaza, cubed
2 ears fresh sweet corn, husked
1 green plantain
1 semi-ripe plantain (starting to get black)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup cornstarch mixed with 1/2 cup water
1/2 cup cream

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the bacon until most of the oil is released; remove bacon from pan. Lightly salt and pepper the chicken, pork, and beef. Dredge in flour; brown the meat (chicken first) in the hot, bacon-flavored oil. Remove the browned meats from the oil. Put all the meats (including the bacon) in a large, heavy 8-quart stockpot; add the beef and ham stocks and red wine. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and green pepper until the onion is translucent. Add the garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, cumin, and tomatoes, and cook for about 5 minutes. At about the 45-minute point in the cooking, add this sautéed vegetable mixture and the bay leaf to the cooking meat and the broth in the stockpot. Let simmer for 15 minutes while you peel and cut the vegetables. Peel the malanga, boniato, yuca, and calabaza; cut into cubes and add to the broth. Cut the corn and plantains into 2-inch chunks. Add the corn and green plantains to the simmering stew. After about 20 minutes, add the semi-ripe plantains and the lime juice; continue cooking for an additional 20 to 30 minutes. The plantain and root vegetables need to be tender! Thicken the stew slightly by whisking in the cornstarch mixed with water. Just before serving, stir in the cream. Serve hot in large bowls with Pan Cubano-Cuban Bread.

syngtan Anil
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Daniel Chiadikobi Nwogba
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stew turned out watery and flavorless. I'll have to try it again.


Xtylish Mughal
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.


Barjees ul Qadir
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I'm new to Cuban cooking and this recipe was easy to follow. The stew turned out delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.


Naser Dautoski
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet plantains and potatoes.


Wisdom Ayobami
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it always turns out great. I especially love the way the garlic and cumin flavor the chicken.


Josue Mendoza
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and authentic Cuban stew.


Witness Tesha
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I'm not a big fan of Cuban food, but I really enjoyed this dish. It's flavorful and well-balanced.


Bunny Maan
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the spices warm you up from the inside out.


Hameed khan pathan
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I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors in this dish. The plantains and potatoes add a nice touch.


Sher Khanoficail
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken and pork. I also like to add some chopped ham or sausage to the pot.


Mahmood Hassan786
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I've been making this dish for years and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The chicken, pork, and vegetables are all cooked to perfection, and the broth is flavorful and satisfying.


Han min Htet
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This ajiaco criollo recipe is a must-try for any Cuban food lover! The flavors and textures are incredible, and it's surprisingly easy to make.