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Caldo de Res Beef Soup Recipe

A hearty and traditional Mexican beef soup loaded with vegetables and flavor.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef shank, with bone
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 ears corn, cut into thirds
  • 3 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 chayote squash, cut into chunks
  • 0.5 head cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 10 cups water

Instructions 

  1. In a large pot, add beef shank, onion, garlic, and water. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, skimming off any foam.
  3. Add corn, carrots, potatoes, and chayote. Cook for another 30 minutes.
  4. Add cabbage and cilantro. Cook for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Beef Soup, Caldo de Res
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