Cachupa
A hearty stew made with hominy, beans, and pork or fish, served as a staple dish.
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the hominy corn and lima beans separately overnight in plenty of water.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the pork shoulder pieces and chorizo slices to the pot, browning them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain the soaked hominy and beans, and add them to the pot along with the bay leaves and paprika. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken stock and water, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the hominy and beans are tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the chopped cabbage and sliced carrots to the stew, stirring well.
- Continue to simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
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