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Cocido-style Nilaga

Cocido-style Nilaga is a hearty and tasty soup made with beef shanks, smoked sausage, and vegetables. It's easy to make and perfect for cold weather!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 45 minutes
Total Time3 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 541kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 3 saba bananas, peeled and cut into thirds
  • 2 pounds boneless beef shanks, cut into serving pieces
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 onion, peeled and quartered
  • 1 pound chorizo de bilbao, cut into 1-inch thick
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup garbanzo beans
  • 1 bunch pechay, ends trimmed and leaves separated
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add bananas and fry, turning once or twice, until lightly browned. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
  • In a pot over medium heat, combine beef and water. Bring to a boil, skimming scum floats on top.
  • When the broth has cleared, add onions. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 2 to 2 ½ hours or until beef is fork-tender. Add more water in ½ cup increments as needed to maintain about 7 to 8 cups liquid.
  • Add Chorizo de Bilbao, potatoes. saba bananas, and garbanzo beans. Continue to cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Add pechay and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until tender yet crisp.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 1033mg | Potassium: 868mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 6mg