Description
Caldo de Res is a traditional Mexican beef soup packed with hearty vegetables and tender beef shank in a flavorful broth. This comforting soup is perfect for a cozy family meal or to warm up on a chilly day. Serve with lime wedges and warm tortillas for an authentic touch.
Ingredients
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Beef Broth:
- 2 1/2 pounds beef shank (bone-in)
- 12 cups water
- 2 teaspoons salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled and smashed)
- 1/2 onion (cut in half)
Veggies:
- 2 ears corn (cut into chunks)
- 3 carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 2 zucchinis (sliced)
- 2 potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1/2 head green cabbage (cut into large wedges)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons tomato sauce or 1 tomato (blended)
- 1 lime (cut into wedges for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Broth: In a large stockpot, combine beef shank, water, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion. Boil and simmer for 1 hour, skimming foam.
- Add Flavor: Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Cook Vegetables: Add corn, carrots, and potatoes; cook for 15 minutes. Then add cabbage and zucchini, cooking an additional 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt as needed. Remove garlic and onion before serving if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and accompany with tortillas or rice.
Notes
- For a richer broth, simmer beef bones or oxtail for a longer time.
- You can customize with additional vegetables like chayote or green beans.
- This soup reheats well and can even taste better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
