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Afritada

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Afritada is a Filipino chicken or pork stew braised in tomato sauce with potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers, derived from the Spanish word fritada and introduced to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period (1565–1898).

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What is the origin of the word Afritada?

The name Afritada is derived from the Spanish word "fritada," meaning fried. The dish was introduced to the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period, which lasted from 1565 to 1898.

What meats and vegetables are used in Filipino Afritada?

Afritada is a Filipino stew that typically uses chicken or pork braised in a tomato sauce. It is traditionally cooked with chunky vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers.

How does Afritada differ from other Filipino tomato-based stews like Menudo?

While both are tomato-based Filipino stews, Afritada typically features simpler, larger chunks of chicken or pork with carrots and bell peppers. Menudo, by contrast, requires the meat to be diced into smaller pieces and often includes liver and raisins.

What is the primary cooking method for Afritada?

Afritada is prepared by braising chicken or pork in a savory tomato sauce. Despite its name stemming from the Spanish word for "fried," the ingredients are simmered together gently until the meats and vegetables are tender.

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