Traditional Cocido

Ingredients

• 250g chickpeas (dried)
• 300g beef (brisket or shank)
• 300g pork (shoulder or ribs)
• 200g chorizo sausage
• 200g morcilla (blood sausage)
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 1 onion, quartered
• 1 potato, peeled and diced
• 1 head of cabbage, cut into wedges
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Water

Steps

1. Soak the chickpeas in water overnight.
2. In a large pot, add the soaked chickpeas, beef, pork, chorizo, morcilla, onion, garlic, and bay leaves with enough water to cover all the ingredients.
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for about 1 hour.
4. Add the chopped carrots and potatoes, and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes.
5. Finally, add the cabbage and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 30 minutes or until all ingredients are tender.
6. Remove the meats and sausages from the pot, slicing as needed. Serve the stew hot, with the meats and sausages placed on top.