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Caldo de Res Beef Soup Recipe

A hearty and traditional Mexican beef soup with vegetables.
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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 cut into chunks
  • 8 cups Water
  • 2 Carrots cut into chunks
  • 2 Potatoes cut into chunks
  • 1 Chayote cut into chunks
  • 1 Corn on the cob cut into 3 pieces
  • 1 Onion quartered
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 bunch Cilantro chopped
  • 2 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper or to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, add the beef shank and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour.
  2. 2. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
  3. 3. Add the carrots, potatoes, chayote, corn, onion, and garlic. Continue to simmer for another 45 minutes.
  4. 4. Season with salt and black pepper. Add the chopped cilantro and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. 5. Serve hot with lime wedges and warm tortillas on the side.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Beef Soup, Caldo de Res
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