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Sabrina Hermes

Beef Soup: Discover the Delicious Caldo de Res Recipe!

A hearty and flavorful Mexican beef soup known as Caldo de Res, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef shank or short ribs cut into chunks
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 onion quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Avocado slices for serving
  • Tortillas for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, combine the beef, water, salt, black pepper, onion, and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
  2. Once the beef is tender, add the carrots, potatoes, zucchini, and corn to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through.
  3. Remove the beef from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded beef to the soup.
  4. Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with avocado slices and accompanied by warm tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the soup.
  • You can also substitute the beef with chicken for a lighter version.

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