Porotos Granados Con Mazamorra (Chilean Vegetable Stew)

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 2
Porotos Granados Con Mazamorra - a hearty and flavorful Chilean vegetable stew
in Stew

Prep

8 hrs

Cook

3 hrs

Ready In

11 hrs

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 lbs navy beans or 4 lbs white beans
1 lb squash ( pumpkin or butternut squash work well )
3 cups cooked corn
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
2 large tomatoes ( I usually just use a can of tomatoes )
1 teaspoon paprika ( approx . 1 teaspoon )
basil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon cumin ( approx.1 teaspoon )
2 teaspoons salt
pepper
1/2 1/2 cup cream ( I like using evapoated milk best ) or 1/2 cup half-and-half ( I like using evapoated milk best )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
375
Sugar
7g
Fat
7g
Porotos Granados Con Mazamorra is a traditional Chilean stew that is typically enjoyed during the summer months when fresh produce is abundant. The recipe features navy or white beans, squash, corn, tomatoes, and a variety of spices for a rich and flavorful taste. The dish is often served with mazamorra, a sweetened corn pudding that perfectly complements the savory flavors of the stew. This hearty and satisfying meal is a great option for a family dinner or special occasion.

Instructions

1.Soak the navy or white beans overnight, then drain and rinse.
2.In a large pot, add the beans and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours or until tender.
3.In a separate pot, sauté the onion and garlic in butter until soft.
4.Add chopped tomatoes, diced squash, paprika, cumin, basil, salt, and pepper to the pot.
5.Cook for 10-15 minutes or until the squash is tender.
6.Stir in the cooked corn and cream, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
7.Serve the stew hot with mazamorra (a sweetened corn pudding) on the side if desired.

PROS

This hearty and flavorful stew is packed with protein and fiber from the beans and vegetables.

The addition of mazamorra (a sweet corn pudding) makes for a satisfying and well-rounded meal.

CONS

This recipe can be time-consuming to prepare, as the beans require overnight soaking and the stew takes several hours to cook.

Some may find it difficult to find the traditional squash used in Chilean cuisine.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Porotos Granados Con Mazamorra is a nutritious and filling meal.
The high fiber content from the beans and vegetables can help support healthy digestion and may aid in weight loss.
Corn contains antioxidants and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

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