"Caldo de res is a delicious Mexican beef soup that's loaded with vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, always hearty and satisfying, easy to make!..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 pounds beef shank (or use short rib or beef chuck)
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8-10 cups water
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1 large onion (rough chopped)
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2 celery stalks (rough chopped)
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10 cloves garlic (rough chopped)
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5 chile de arbol peppers (optional - you can use other dried pods, if desired)
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3 bay leaves
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1 tablespoon black peppercorns
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1 tablespoon salt
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3 potatoes (cut into bite sized pieces)
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2 carrots (cut into bite sized pieces)
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2 zucchinis (cut into bite sized pieces)
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2 jalapeno peppers (sliced (if desired))
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2 ears of corn (quartered)
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3 medium sized tomatoes (cut into bite sized pieces)
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1/4 head cabbage (chopped)
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8 ounces tomato sauce
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Juice from 1 lime
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Other optional vegetables and seasonings (see recipe notes)
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Spicy red pepper flakes, fresh chopped cilantro, hot sauce, lime wedges