Sancocho

Sancocho is a Colombian chicken stew that can also be made with fish, plantains, beef, or pork and is served after most parties and as a Sunday meal. It was originally made exclusively with hens in the El Valle region. With the addition of potatoes, corn, and plantains, it's a hearty stew.

White rice, spicy aji sauce, and avocado slices are traditionally served on the side. The thick broth is filling and could easily feed a family, and the best part is that it can all be made in one pot. To enhance the flavors even more, some people like to top the dish with fresh coriander, onions, and a squeeze of lime juice.

It gets its name from the Spanish word sancochar, which means "parboil." It's found all over Latin America. The corn, which has been soaking up all the flavors in its kernels, may be the best part, despite the fact that the ingredients are simple.