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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.
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Ingredients Method

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Uncover and skim off any foam. Add vegetables and spices to taste. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
  3. Turn off heat and serve hot. Pair it with lime wedge, rice and tortillas.