Fish Stew (Sancocho de Pescado) is a traditional Colombian dish, made with fresh fish, cassava, green plantain, and corn in a flavorful broth. It is considered a festive lunch, very popular along Colombia’s Caribbean and Pacific coasts. At our catering service, fish sancocho becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 1 kg fresh fish (snapper, sea bass, or catfish)
- 2 green plantains (cut into chunks)
- 2 medium cassavas (peeled and cut)
- 2 corn cobs (sliced)
- 1 white onion (chopped)
- 2 ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 liters water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chili or cumin for extra flavor
Step-by-step preparation
- Prepare the broth base
- In a large pot, sauté onion, garlic, and tomato.
- Add water and bring to a boil.
- Cook the vegetables
- Add plantain, cassava, and corn.
- Cook for 20 minutes until tender.
- Add the fish
- Place fresh fish chunks into the pot.
- Cook for 10 more minutes, stirring gently to avoid breaking the fish.
- Finish and serve
- Add fresh cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot with white rice and chili sauce.
Fish Sancocho is more than just food—it’s tradition, abundance, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let fish sancocho win you over and taste the true flavor of Colombian cuisine.
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