Sajta Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Sajta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 red chilies, seeded and cut in large pieces (rocotos); 1 lemon, juice of; 4 1/2 lbs chicken pieces; 7 cups beer; 3 1/2 lbs white potatoes, peeled and cut in half; 3 1/2 lbs yucca root, peeled and cut in pieces (cassava); 4 onions, peeled and quartered; 1/2 cabbage, cut in pieces; 1 sweet red pepper, seeded; oregano leaves; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

2 red chilies, seeded and cut in large pieces (rocotos)
1 lemon, juice of
4 1/2 lbs chicken pieces
7 cups beer
3 1/2 lbs white potatoes, peeled and cut in half
3 1/2 lbs yucca root, peeled and cut in pieces (cassava)
4 onions, peeled and quartered
1/2 cabbage, cut in pieces
1 sweet red pepper, seeded
oregano leaves
salt
pepper

1
When working with the rocotos, use gloves and be careful not to wipe your eyes or face. They are very hot!
2
Soak the rocotos in boiling water with lemon juice for half hour. Drain and discard water.
3
Cover bottom of a medium size pan with chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper.
4
Layers the rest of ingredients: onions, cassava, rocotos, potatoes, cabbage, red pepper and oregano leaves. Repeat layers in the same order. Season each layer with salt and pepper.
5
Pour beer to cover and cook, covered for 40 minutes.
6
Serve with parsley sauce and huancaina sauce.

1203

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

168

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 red chilies, seeded and cut in large pieces (rocotos), 1 lemon, juice of, 4 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, 7 cups beer, and more.

Yes, Sajta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sajta

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