Caldo de Res
This Caldo de Res recipe is a hearty and flavorful Mexican beef soup made with tender meat, fresh vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. It’s the perfect family meal to warm you up and bring everyone together.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef shank or chuck roast
- 1 large onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 4 carrots peeled and chopped
- 3 large potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 ear of corn cut into 4 pieces
- 2 zucchinis sliced
- 1 small cabbage cut into wedges
- 1 bunch cilantro chopped
- 2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 8 cups beef broth or water
- Lime wedges and chopped onions for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the broth :
- In a large pot, add beef shank (or chuck roast), onion, garlic, bay leaf, and beef broth or water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat to low, skimming off any foam that rises. Cover and simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the meat is tender.
Add the vegetables :
- Once the beef is tender, add carrots, potatoes, and corn to the pot. Continue to cook for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are just about tender.
Finish with more veggies :
- Add zucchini and cabbage in the final 10 minutes of cooking. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve and garnish :
- Remove the bay leaf. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, chopped onions, and a squeeze of lime.
