Cuban-Style Ajiaco Recipe

Name: Cuban-style Ajiaco Recipe
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Caribbean

Recipe By Slurrp

Cuban-Style Ajiaco is a hearty and flavorful stew that originated in Cuba. This traditional dish is made with a variety of root vegetables, such as yuca, plantains, and sweet potatoes, along with tender chunks of beef and corn on the cob. The stew is seasoned with garlic, cumin, and oregano, giving it a rich and aromatic taste. Ajiaco is typically served with white rice and garnished with fresh cilantro. This comforting and satisfying dish is perfect for cold winter nights.

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Ingredients For Cuban-Style Ajiaco Recipe

2 tablespoon Oil
1 Onion, Chopped
4 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
1 pound Beef, Cut Into Chunks
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
6 cup Water
2 Potatoes, Peeled And Cubed
1 Yuca, Peeled And Cubed
2 Plantains, Peeled And Sliced
2 Ears Of Corn, Cut Into Thirds
as per your need Fresh Cilantro, For Garnish
as required Cooked White Rice, For Serving

Directions : Cuban-Style Ajiaco Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
STEP 2.Add beef and cook until browned on all sides. Season with cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
STEP 3.Add water, potatoes, yuca, plantains, and corn. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the meat is tender.
STEP 4.Serve the ajiaco hot with white rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
STEP 5.Cooking Tips: You can add other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra flavor and color. Make sure to remove the corn cobs before serving.

Cooking Tips

You can add other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra flavor and color.
Make sure to remove the corn cobs before serving.

Storage and Serving

Leftover ajiaco can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat the stew on the stovetop over low heat, adding a little water if needed to prevent it from drying out.
Serve the reheated ajiaco with fresh cilantro and a side of white rice.

Nutrition
value

108

calories per serving

3 g Fat17 g Protein1 g Carbs< 1 g FiberOther

Current Totals

3 g Fat
17 g Protein
1 g Carbs
< 1 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
1 g
Protein
17 g
Fiber
1 g

Fats

Fat
3 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
17 mg
Iron
0 mg
Vitamin A
573 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
4 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
9 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
2 mg
Vitamin E
0 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
18 mg
Manganese
0 mg
Phosphorus
104 mg
Selenium
14 mcg
Zinc
1 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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