Sancocho Recipe

Sancocho Recipe

1 5-lb chicken or cooking hen cut into eighths

3 tsp salt

4 tbs cilantro, chopped

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

pinch of oregano

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 hot pepper, finely chopped

2 quarts water

5 lbs yucca, peeled and cut into large piece

Season the chicken with the cilantro, oregano and salt.

Put a heavy pot over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken. Brown the chicken on all sides.

Add the water, onion and hot pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Cook until the chicken softens, about one hour.

Add the yucca and allow to boil until the tubers soften. Season with more salt to taste if needed.

Serve hot.