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Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and flavorful Mexican beef soup, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef shank with bone
  • 12 cups water
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 medium carrots
  • 2 ears corn, cut in halves
  • 3 medium potatoes
  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 cup chayote, peeled and diced
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped

Instructions 

  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add beef shank, onion, garlic, and salt.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, skimming off foam as needed.
  • Add carrots, corn, and potatoes; cook until tender.
  • Add zucchini and chayote; cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaf and adjust salt to taste. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a bay leaf during cooking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beef