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Sopa de res

Beef bone soup simmered with yuca, green plantain, corn and cabbage, a Honduran Sunday staple. A golden, hearty broth meant to be shared with the family.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Bouillon

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Bring the ribs to a boil in 2 liters of salted water with one onion and one garlic clove for 1 h 30, skimming as you go.
  2. Add the yuca, plantains and corn cobs cut into pieces, then let cook for 30 minutes.
  3. Stir in the shredded cabbage and let it soften for 10 minutes.
  4. Sauté the remaining onion and garlic with the tomato in the oil, then add them to the broth.
  5. Season with cumin, salt and pepper and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with a lime wedge.

Variations and tips

Boneless version. Use boneless beef shank for a quicker soup that's easier to eat.

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Original Ecomely recipe.