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Caldo de Res Mexican Beef Soup Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and flavorful Mexican beef soup loaded with tender meat and fresh vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 2.5 pounds beef shanks, bone-in
  • 12 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 white onion white onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves
  • 2 carrots carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 2 zucchini zucchini, cut into large chunks
  • 3 ears corn, cut into thirds
  • 3 potatoes potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges, for serving
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Place beef shanks and water in a large pot, bring to a boil, and skim foam.
  • Add salt, onion, garlic, and bay leaves; simmer for 1.5 hours until beef is tender.
  • Add carrots, corn, and potatoes; cook for 20 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and cabbage; simmer until vegetables are tender, then season to taste.
  • Remove bay leaves, serve hot with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and adjust seasoning as needed.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Beef, Soup