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Caldo de Res Beef Soup Recipe

Hearty and comforting beef soup with vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef shank, bone-in
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 ears corn, cut into thirds
  • 2 large carrots, cut into chunks
  • 2 large zucchinis, cut into chunks
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 0.5 head cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • 8 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions: 

  • In a large pot, add beef shank, onion, garlic, and water. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, skimming off any foam.
  • Add corn, carrots, potatoes, and cabbage. Cook for another 30 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cilantro before serving.
  • Serve hot with lime wedges.

Notes:

Enjoy this traditional Mexican soup with a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Beef Soup
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