Are you craving a hearty and flavorful Colombian dish to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than Ajiaco Colombiano, a traditional soup that embodies the diverse flavors of Colombia. This comforting soup is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring a rich, flavorful broth, tender chicken and corn, and an array of vegetables that come together to create a culinary masterpiece. Often served with accompaniments like rice, avocado, and capers, Ajiaco Colombiano is a beloved dish that reflects the vibrant culinary heritage of Colombia.
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AJIACO (COLOMBIAN CHICKEN, POTATO AND CORN SOUP)
This Colombian soup is served in restaurants throughout Bogota and is generally considered comfort food. It can contain as many as three different kinds of potatoes, but we streamlined this recipe to use two (Yukon gold and purple, though you can substitute red bliss for the purple). The garnishes add brightness and bring the soup to life.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 5-quart pot, combine the chicken, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 8 cups water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and skim any foam or impurities from the top. Add the onion, garlic, bay leaf, cilantro stems and scallion whites. Simmer, partially covered, until the chicken is tender and releases easily when pierced with a knife, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a bowl to cool, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile make the aji sauce: In a food processor, combine the scallion greens, hot sauce, tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup of the cilantro leaves and pulse to a coarse sauce. Set aside. (Alternatively, the ingredients can be chopped by hand and stirred to combine.)
- Add the potatoes to the soup along with 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. Cover, bring back to a simmer and simmer another 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, remove the chicken meat from the bones and shred with your hands or 2 forks (discard the bones and skin). Set aside.
- Add the corn to the soup and cook until the corn and potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken meat back to the soup and return the soup to a simmer. Add salt if needed.
- Divide the soup among 6 bowls and serve with sliced avocado, sour cream, capers, aji sauce and remaining cilantro leaves.
COLOMBIAN CHICKEN STEW (AJIACO)
This stew is comforting, a little exotic, totally different, fresh, and delicious!
Provided by Jennifer
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Chicken
Time 2h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put chicken pieces in a large pot over medium heat with enough water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil and let simmer until the chicken is falling off the bones, about 45 minutes. Remove chicken from pot, reserving the water in the pot. Allow the chicken to cool enough to be able to remove the meat from bones and shred into strands.
- Return the water to medium heat; add the potatoes, onion, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the water; cook until the potatoes and onion are soft; about 30 minutes. Once the potatoes are tender, use a masher to mash the potatoes into the broth, resulting in a thickened broth. Stir in the shredded chicken and corn; cook until heated through completely. Add the avocado and cilantro just before serving; garnish with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 693.1 calories, Carbohydrate 71.3 g, Cholesterol 103.8 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 12.6 g, Protein 41.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 713.8 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
AJIACO COLOMBIANO (COLOMBIAN CHICKEN AND POTATO SOUP)
Each region of Colombia has it own specialties and characteristic dishes. For example, in the capital of the country Bogotá; Ajiaco is a very popular dish. There are different versions of Ajiaco Bogotano , but it's usually made with chicken and three kinds of potatoes, corn and an herb called guascas. This herb gives the.
Provided by Erica Dinho
Categories Main dish
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large pot, place the chicken, corn, chicken bouillon, cilantro, scallions, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook for about 30 to 35 minutes, until chicken is cooked and tender. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Continue cooking the corn for about 15 more minutes. Discard green onion and add red potatoes, white potatoes, and the guascas. Cook for 15 more minutes.
- Uncover and add the frozen papa criolla and simmer for 15 minutes, season with salt and pepper.
- Cut the chicken meat into small pieces and return to the pot. Serve the Ajiaco hot with capers and heavy cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 127 mg, Sodium 1331 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
COLOMBIAN AJIACO {POTATO AND CHICKEN SOUP}
Colombian Ajiaco, a traditional chicken and potato soup from Bogota. Made with three types of potatoes, corn, cilantro, green, onion, capers, cream, avocado, and the South American guascas herb, this Colombian soup will make you feel like you're eating in Bogota!
Provided by Kristina Todini, RDN
Categories Soups + Stews
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook chicken and vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chicken, onions, and garlic and brown outside of chicken for 1-2 minutes each side.
- Cook soup: Add chicken stock, salt, pepper, cilantro, green onion, and guascas and bring soup to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken is cooked throughout, about 20 minutes.
- Add potatos + shred chicken: Remove chicken and set aside to cool. Add potatoes and corn and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. In the meantime, use a fork to shred chicken breasts.
- Simmer and season: Add shredded chicken back to soup along with the corn on the cob. Simmer on low another five minutes. Season to taste with more salt, pepper, or guascas if needed.
- Garnish and serve: Serve in a chamba soup bowl with white rice, sliced avocados, cream, and capers.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 551 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 801 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g
AJIACO (COLOMBIAN CHICKEN SOUP)
This hearty soup is a specialty of the mountainous region around Bogotá, and one of Colombia's most famous dishes. Aji is traditionally made with chiles that haven't been seeded, but you'll probably find it plenty spicy without the seeds. Leftover aji is delicious on roasted or grilled meats.
Provided by Tania Sigal
Categories Main Course
Yield eight.
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Put the chicken in a large (at least 8-quart) stockpot and add 8 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat and then reduce the heat to a vigorous simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes, frequently skimming off the foam that floats to the surface.
- Add all the vegetables, the garlic, the cilantro, and the bouillon cubes to the pot, along with the salt and pepper. Stir a few times to distribute the vegetables and submerge as many of the solids as possible. When the broth returns to a gentle boil, partially cover the pot and simmer, stirring once or twice, for 1-1/2 hours. Taste for salt and add more if needed.
- Using tongs or a slotted spoon, pick out the chicken pieces and put them on a large plate. Stir the soup with a large spoon, breaking up some of the potatoes to thicken the soup slightly. Keep hot if serving soon or let cool and refrigerate.
- When the chicken is cool enough to handle, pull the meat off the bones and shred it by hand. Discard the bones and tendons, and put the shredded chicken in a serving bowl.
- In a food processor, pulse all the aji ingredients until they're finely minced. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Put the avocados, sour cream or creme fraiche, capers and cilantro leaves in small bowls and set them on the table along with the bowls of shredded chicken and the aji. Reheat the soup if necessay and ladle it into large soup bowls, putting a quater ear of corn in each bowl. Let your guests add the garnishes and the aji as they like.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize eight., Calories 440 kcal, Fat 170 kcal, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 19 g, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 26 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1300 mg, UnsaturatedFat 11 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and flavorful spices are essential for making a delicious ajiaco.
- Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked until it is just tender, not dry.
- Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Avocado, sour cream, capers, and cilantro are all popular toppings for ajiaco.
- Make it ahead of time: Ajiaco is even better the next day, so it's a great soup to make ahead for a party or potluck.
Conclusion:
Ajiaco is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It's also a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give ajiaco a try.
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