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Locro

Argentine · Latin America Top Pick STOVETOP
8/10

Hearty Andean stew of white corn, squash, beans, and pork, traditionally served on national holidays.

Pork Stew & Braise Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

The squash breaks down and thickens the broth naturally while the hominy provides chewy substance; multiple forms of pork build layered richness.

Key Ingredients

white hominy corn butternut squash white beans pork belly chorizo onion cumin paprika

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