Ajiaco cubano, Cuban root vegetable stew
A chunky stew of pork, beef and root vegetables with corn and plantain. Thick, filling and made for sharing.
- Time1 hr 45
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £1.85 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pot. Brown the pork and beef in two batches for 5 minutes each. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes.
10 min - 2
Add the garlic, tomato purée, cumin and oregano. Stir for 1 minute, then pour in the water and add the salt.
- 3
Bring to the boil, then simmer with the lid on for 45 minutes, until the meat is nearly tender.
45 min - 4
Add the cassava, sweet potato, potato, corn and green plantain. Simmer for 20 minutes.
20 min - 5
Add the ripe plantain and simmer for 10 minutes more, until the vegetables are soft and the broth has thickened slightly.
10 min - 6
Stir in the lime juice, check the seasoning and serve in deep bowls.
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