Hearty Mexican Beef Shank Soup

Caldo De Res (Beef Soup)

Cook Time: 3 hours
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4

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Description:
Caldo De Res, a traditional Mexican beef soup, is a hearty dish that combines tender beef shank with a medley of vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a comforting meal, it’s easy to make and guaranteed to warm you up on a chilly night.

Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Meat, Mexican, Spicy, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 453.1
• Fat Content: 17.2g
• Saturated Fat Content: 6.6g
• Cholesterol Content: 90.8mg
• Sodium Content: 1875.4mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 35.8g
• Fiber Content: 7.2g
• Sugar Content: 9.3g
• Protein Content: 39.9g

Ingredients:

• 1 beef shank
• 1 tomato, diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 1/2 cabbage, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 teaspoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• Fresh ground pepper, to taste
• 4 cups water
• Fresh lime juice, to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• Optional: Corn kernels, sour cream for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine the beef shank, diced tomato, cubed potatoes, chopped onion, sliced carrots, chopped cabbage, minced garlic, and 5 teaspoons of chopped cilantro.

2. Add enough water to cover all the ingredients in the pot. Stir well to combine.

3. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.

4. After 2 hours, uncover the pot, stir the soup, and continue to simmer uncovered for an additional hour. This helps to concentrate the flavors and tenderize the beef.

5. Just before serving, stir in the ground cumin and squeeze fresh lime juice to taste. Adjust salt, pepper, and cayenne if needed.

6. Serve hot, garnished with the remaining chopped cilantro. Optionally, add corn kernels and a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor and texture.

Notes:

• Caldo De Res can be customized with additional vegetables such as zucchini or green beans.
• Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of cayenne pepper used.
• This soup is even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop overnight.

Enjoy this comforting Caldo De Res with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion!