Easy Fanesca Imitation

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 5
Easy Fanesca Imitation recipe for a hearty Ecuadorian stew
in Stew

Prep

30 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups hard squash , raw , cubed
1 1/2 cups figleaf squash , raw , cubed
1 cup cabbage , raw , chopped
1 1/2 cups dry white beans
1/4 cup rice , dry
1/2 lb salt cod fish
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon achiote
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 1/2 white onions
1 dash pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup natural-style peanut butter
1 1/2 cups frozen broad beans
1 cup frozen peas
3 cups hominy
1/2 cup 'chochos ' or 'lupini ' beans
green plantain
egg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
502
Sugar
10g
Fat
16g
Fanesca is a traditional Ecuadorian stew that is typically prepared during 'Semana Santa' or Holy Week leading up to Easter. This stew is made with a variety of vegetables that are all harvested during the fall months, making it a seasonal dish. While there is no definitive recipe for Fanesca, it is usually made with at least twelve different types of beans and grains. This imitation Fanesca recipe simplifies the traditional recipe while still capturing the unique flavors of the dish. It is a great way to experience Ecuadorian cuisine from the comfort of your own home.

Instructions

1.Rinse the hard and figleaf squash, cabbage, and dry white beans.
2.In a large pot, add all the vegetables, white beans, and rice.
3.Add enough water to cover the vegetables and bring to a boil over high heat.
4.Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the vegetables and beans are tender (about 1 hour).
5.In a separate pot, bring the cod fish to a boil with enough water to fully cover.
6.Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the cod fish is flaky and tender (about 15 minutes).
7.Once the cod fish is cooked, drain and allow to cool until you can flake the fish into small pieces with a fork.
8.In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the butter, achiote, garlic, onions, pepper, and cumin. Cook until the onions are soft (about 10 minutes).
9.Add the half-and-half and peanut butter, stirring until the peanut butter has dissolved into the sauce.
10.To the large pot of cooked vegetables and beans, add the frozen broad beans, peas, and hominy.
11.Stir in the cod fish and sauce.
12.Add the 'chochos' or 'lupini' beans and egg.
13.Cook the stew, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the egg is cooked through (about 10 minutes).
14.Serve hot with green plantain slices on top.
15.

PROS

Fanesca is a hearty and flavorful stew that is made with a variety of vegetables, beans, and cod fish.

This imitation recipe is quick and easy to make so that you can enjoy this traditional Ecuadorian dish at home.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the combination of flavors in this stew or the texture of the various beans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fanesca is a healthy dish that is packed with a variety of vegetables and beans.
Cod fish is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which can support heart health and brain function.

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