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Ingredients:
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4 Happy Bites Arepas.
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1 kg chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks) or beef ribs (Short Ribs).
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1 green plantain, peeled and torn by hand.
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400 g fresh or frozen cassava/yucca.
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3 medium potatoes (Yellow or Russet Potatoes), peeled and cut in half.
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2 ears of sweet corn, cut into thick slices.
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1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped.
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3 chopped green onion stalks and 3 crushed garlic cloves.
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1 teaspoon cumin and 1 teaspoon paprika or triguisar.
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Vegetable oil for frying.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
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Avocado and lime for serving.
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Preparation:
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Sancocho: In a large pot, add 10 cups of water, the green onion, crushed garlic, cumin, paprika, and salt. Bring to a boil and add the chicken pieces and green plantain. Cook over medium heat for 25 minutes.
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Add the corn, yucca, and potatoes. Cook over medium-low heat for another 25 minutes until the root vegetables are tender and the broth has naturally thickened. Add the chopped fresh cilantro 5 minutes before turning off the heat.
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Fried Happy Bites Arepas: Heat 2 cm of oil in a pan over medium-high heat (175°C). Place the Happy Bites Arepas and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until they have a deep golden color and an extra crispy texture. Drain on paper towels (you can also brush them with oil and put them in the Air Fryer at 200°C for 8 minutes).
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Serve: Serve the steaming sancocho in a deep bowl with your fried Happy Bites Arepa, fresh avocado, and white rice.
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