Step 2

Remove the beef and discard the large vegetable pieces. Return the beef to the pot.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, mini sweet peppers, sliced leek (light green part), scallions, yuca and corn. Stir and simmer covered for 5–8 minutes until the yuca starts to soften.

Step 4

Add the yautia, white yam and butternut squash. Stir and simmer covered for 5–6 minutes until all root vegetables are tender but not falling apart.

Step 5

Taste and add salt as needed. Stir in the remaining 2 minced garlic cloves and the cilantro. Simmer for 2 more minutes.

Step 6

Serve hot in large soup bowls, dividing meat and vegetables evenly. Add a squeeze of lime juice and hot sauce if desired. Serve with arepas or casabe (cassava bread).