Old Fashioned Caldo de Res is a deeply comforting Mexican beef soup that brings warmth and nourishment with every spoonful. Slow-simmered beef, hearty vegetables, and a simple, flavorful broth come together to create a dish that feels both rustic and timeless.
This soup is all about letting ingredients shine. Beef shank with bone adds richness and body to the broth, while potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and zucchini soak up flavor as they gently cook. The result is a clear yet deeply savory soup that’s filling without being heavy.
Caldo de Res is traditionally served family-style, with big bowls, warm tortillas, and lime wedges on the side. It’s the kind of meal meant to be enjoyed slowly, often shared, and always comforting—especially on cooler days.
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Whether you’re cooking for loved ones or craving a bowl of something soothing and hearty, this classic caldo delivers pure comfort and old-fashioned goodness.
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Ingredients :
- 2 lbs beef shank or stew meat, with bone
- 8 cups water or beef broth
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and halved
- 3 carrots, cut into large chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced thick
- 1/2 cabbage, cut into wedges
- 1 ear corn, cut into pieces (optional)
- 1 onion, quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions:
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