Venezuelan Savory Recipes

If there’s one thing Venezuelans know how to do, it’s cook a meal that fills the whole house with a smell that pulls everyone to the table. The two recipes that do that for me every single time are carne mechada and sancocho — one for busy weeknights, one for Sundays when you have a little more time and a lot of people to feed. Whether you’re looking for a hearty main or a classic Venezuelan side, you’ll find recipes here that feel familiar, taste authentic, and work for every family at the table.