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12 Argentinian Locro

Argentinian Locro

A delicious stew that is commonly considered to be Argentina's national food.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Stew
Cuisine: Argentinian
Keyword: Argentine Recipe, Argentinian Locro
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 527 kcal
12 Argentinian Locro

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. dried white corn kernels (hominy)
  • 1 lb. beef brisket, cubed
  • 1 lb. pork shoulder, cubed
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. paprika
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 chorizo sausages, sliced
  • 1 15 oz. can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Water or beef broth, as needed

Instructions

  • Soak the dried corn kernels in water overnight.
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef and pork over medium-high heat. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  • In the same pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until soft and fragrant.
  • Add the paprika, cumin, and oregano and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add the beef and pork back to the pot and add enough water or beef broth to cover the meat by about 2 inches.
  • Add the soaked corn kernels, bay leaves, and chorizo sausages to the pot.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally and adding more water or broth as needed to keep the ingredients covered.
  • After 2 hours, add the white beans and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Soak the dried corn kernels overnight to ensure they are fully cooked and tender.
Brown the beef and pork before adding to the stew to add extra flavor.
If you don't have access to chorizo sausage, you can substitute with another type of spicy sausage or use smoked paprika for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 527kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 893mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6g
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