Tapado Olanchano (Hearty Beef, Sweet Plantain, Yuca & Coconut Broth) – Authentic Honduras Recipe

Ingredients for Tapado Olanchano (Hearty Beef, Sweet Plantain, Yuca & Coconut Broth) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender beef strips, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups ripe and green plantains, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup yuca and sweet corn
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with coconut milk
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Honduras seasoning (achiote, culantro, sweet bell peppers, garlic)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and coconut milk for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in achiote, culantro, sweet bell peppers, garlic and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Honduras's kitchen.
3. Add tender beef strips and ripe and green plantains, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in yuca and sweet corn, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.