How To Make Caldo de Res (Mexican Beef Soup)
A hearty and delicious Mexican beef soup made with beef broth, beef, corn, carrots, squash, potatoes and other vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs bone in beef shanks
- 4 red potatoes, cut into quarters
- 4 corn on cob, cut into quarters
- 2 zucchini, cut into chinks
- 2 carrots, cut into chunks
- 1/2 medium white onion
- 1/2 head of cabbage, cut into eights
- 3 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 limes, sliced in half, for serving
- 12 cups water
- other spices to taste: salt, pepper, cumin
Instructions
- Combine beef shanks with onions and garlic in large pot. Sprinkle with salt and bring to a boil. After boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and skim off any foam. Add vegetables and spices to taste. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Turn off heat and serve hot. Pair it with lime wedge, rice and tortillas.