Ajiaco is a traditional Colombian soup, originally from Bogotá, that warms hearts with its rich and comforting flavors. This dish is famous for its mixture of potatoes, corn and chicken, all flavored with local herbs like guasca. Naturally gluten-free, ajiaco is served with avocado, capers and cream; this dish brings together simple but tasty ingredients, wonderfully symbolizing Colombian cuisine.

Ajiaco Colombian

Colombia

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Preparation time 10 mins Cooking time 75 mins Total time 1 hr 25 mins

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4

Author: Gluten Escape

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 g of chicken breast

• 2 liters of water

• 4 white potatoes (Russet type or baked apples)

• 4 yellow potatoes (papa criolla or new potatoes)

• 2 ears of fresh corn, cut into pieces

• 2 green onions, finely chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

• 1 bunch of guasca (traditional Colombian herb, can be replaced with oregano)

• 200 ml crème fraîche or coconut cream for a lactose-free version

• 2 avocados, avocados, sliced

• Capers to garnish

• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Cooking the chicken: In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the chicken, green onion, and garlic. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken, crumble it into small pieces and set aside. Save the broth.
2. Cooking the potatoes and corn: In the broth, add the white and yellow potatoes as well as the corn sections. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender. The yellow potatoes should disintegrate slightly, which will naturally thicken the soup.
3. Adding herbs and chicken: Add the guasca or parsley to the soup, as well as the crumbled chicken. Leave to simmer for another 10 minutes so that the flavors blend well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serving: Serve the ajiaco in bowls, adding a spoonful of cream or coconut cream for a lactose-free version. Accompany each bowl with slices of avocado and capers for a touch of freshness and acidity.

Note

For even more flavor, serve with gluten-free white rice and lemon slices for those who like to add a touch of acidity.

Tags: Colombian Ajiaco Recipe, gluten free recipe from colombia, gluten free chicken soup recipe

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