Hearty Colombian Ajiaco with Avocado & Capers
This iconic Bogotan soup is the ultimate comfort food for Week 43, featuring a unique blend of three potato varieties that create a rich, velvety texture. Infused with the earthy aroma of guascas and served with tangy capers and creamy avocado, it offers a fascinating contrast of flavors.
In short
Hearty Colombian Ajiaco with Avocado & Capers takes about 60 minutes (15 min prep, 45 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 12 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast2 pcs
- Starchy potatoes (e.g. Russet), peeled and sliced500 g
- Waxy red potatoes, peeled and sliced300 g
- Small yellow baby potatoes, whole200 g
- Corn on the cob, cut into rounds2 pcs
- Chicken stock1.5 liters
- Dried Guascas (Columbian herb)2 tbsp
- Heavy cream100 ml
- Capers4 tbsp
- Avocado, sliced2 pcs
- Yellow onion, finely chopped1 stk
- Garlic cloves, minced3 stk
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large pot with a splash of oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Pour in the chicken stock and add the chicken breasts. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- 2
Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat into bite-sized pieces using two forks and set aside.
- 3
Add all three types of potatoes and the corn rounds to the simmering broth. Cook for about 25-30 minutes. The starchy potatoes should break down completely to thicken the soup, while the others remain tender.
- 4
Stir in the dried guascas and half of the shredded chicken. Let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow the unique herbal flavor to penetrate the broth.
- 5
Ladle the thick soup into deep bowls, ensuring everyone gets a piece of corn. Top with the remaining shredded chicken, a swirl of heavy cream, a spoonful of capers, and fresh avocado slices.
Questions and answers
How long does Hearty Colombian Ajiaco with Avocado & Capers take?
About 60 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 45 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 12 ingredients: Chicken breast, Starchy potatoes (e.g. Russet), peeled and sliced, Waxy red potatoes, peeled and sliced, Small yellow baby potatoes, whole, Corn on the cob, cut into rounds, Chicken stock …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
