Sancocho

INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 quarts water
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 cloves garlic, crushed
• 6 chicken leg quarters
• 2 plantains, peeled and cut into 6 pieces
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled
• 4 pounds fresh cassava roots, cut into 6 pieces
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• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 4 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon mild paprika, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1 pound tomatoes, chopped