Sopa de Res

Name: Sopa de Res
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 85 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 lbs bone-in beef shank, cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 8 cups beef broth; 1 tsp salt; 1 lb peeled yucca root, cubed; 4 carrots, sliced; 2 cobs corn on the cob, sliced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

A traditional Latin beef and root vegetable soup simmered in a savory broth with corn and garlic.

105 minMediumServes 6380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs bone-in beef shank, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
8 cups beef broth
1 tsp salt
1 lb peeled yucca root, cubed
4 carrots, sliced
2 cobs corn on the cob, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2

Add 2 lbs cubed bone-in beef shank and cook for 6 minutes until browned on all sides.
3

Stir in 1 chopped yellow onion, 1 chopped green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 4 minutes until softened.
4

Pour in 8 cups beef broth and 1 tsp salt, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 60 minutes until beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and is tender.
5

Add 1 lb cubed peeled yucca root, 4 sliced carrots, and 2 cobs sliced corn on the cob, then simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
6

Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve hot.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Sopa de Res reach?

For Sopa de Res, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for cilantro in Sopa de Res?

The entry for Sopa de Res calls for 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Is Sopa de Res gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Sopa de Res is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the beef broth.

How much protein is in Sopa de Res?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) has 34 g of protein in about 380 calories, alongside 32 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 640 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

Can I freeze Sopa de Res?

Yes. Refrigerate Sopa de Res for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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