Seco de pollo is a traditional Ecuadorian stew that combines tender chicken with fresh cilantro and beer. This emblematic dish is served with white rice and fried ripe plantains.
⏱ 45 min👨🍳 Medio🍽 4 personas
Ingredients
Step-by-step preparation
1
🔪 Prepare the chicken
Wash and cut the chicken into medium pieces. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2
🍳 Brown the chicken
Heat oil in a large pot and brown the chicken on all sides until golden. Remove and set aside.
3
🧅 Sauté aromatics
In the same pot sauté onion, garlic and tomato until softened. Add cumin and stir well.
4
🍺 Add beer
Pour the beer and let it reduce slightly. Return the chicken to the pot.
5
🌿 Add cilantro
Stir in the chopped cilantro, mix well and cover the pot.
6
🔥 Simmer slowly
Reduce heat and cook for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce thickens.
💡 Chef's tip: Serve hot accompanied by white rice, fried ripe plantains and avocado. Cilantro is essential, do not omit it.