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Best Easy Cocido de Res Recipe

Name: Best Easy Cocido de Res Recipe
Total time: 190 min
Yield: 420 g
Ingredients: beef shank (bone-in) 2.5 lbs; yellow corn on the cob (halved) 3 pieces; zucchini 2 pieces; red potatoes 4 pieces; cabbage 0.5 head; carrots 3 pieces; chayote squash 1 piece; canned chickpeas (drained) 1.5 cups; white onion 1 piece; celery stalk 1 piece; bay leaf 2 pieces; garlic cloves 4 cloves; salt 2 tsp; black peppercorns 8 pieces; fresh cilantro 0.25 cup

Mexican beef and vegetable pot-au-feu with corn, squash, cabbage, and chickpeas in a clear broth. This healthy, protein-rich family soup is a complete one-pot meal for all ages.

Cook 190 min Difficulty NORMAL 390 kcal

#high protein #diabetic friendly #mediterranean

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

beef shank (bone-in) 2.5 lbs
yellow corn on the cob (halved) 3 pieces
zucchini 2 pieces
red potatoes 4 pieces
cabbage 0.5 head
carrots 3 pieces
chayote squash 1 piece
canned chickpeas (drained) 1.5 cups
white onion 1 piece
celery stalk 1 piece

Seasonings/Sauce

bay leaf 2 pieces
garlic cloves 4 cloves
salt 2 tsp
black peppercorns 8 pieces
fresh cilantro 0.25 cup

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 30 g 31%

Protein 28 g 29%

Fat 15 g 40%

Serving size 420g

Cooking steps

1

Rinse beef shank under cold water and place in a large stockpot. Add cold water to cover the beef by 2 inches.
2

Bring pot just to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce heat to low. Skim off any foam for a clear broth.
3

Add onion (halved), celery stalk, bay leaves, peppercorns, and garlic cloves. Simmer, covered, for 2 hours over low heat so the beef becomes tender.
4

Add corn pieces, carrots (peeled and cut in chunks), and potatoes (quartered) to the pot. Continue cooking for 30 minutes, maintaining a gentle simmer.
5

Add chayote, zucchini (sliced), chickpeas, and cabbage wedges. Season with salt and cook for another 25–30 minutes until all vegetables are just tender, not mushy.
6

Taste and adjust salt. Skim fat if desired. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Cocido de Res recipe?

The star ingredient is the beef shank (bone-in), which gives the broth its rich flavor, hearty texture, and essential nutrients. The beef, along with bone marrow, also imparts body and savoriness to the clear soup, defining the dish’s classic character.

Q. How do you prevent the vegetables from becoming too soft or mushy in Cocido de Res?

Add the vegetables to the soup in stages according to their cooking times: potatoes, carrots, and corn go in once the beef is partially tender, while quicker-cooking zucchini, chayote, cabbage, and chickpeas are added later. Maintain a gentle simmer, not a rapid boil, to preserve their texture.

Q. What’s the best way to ensure a clear and flavorful broth in this recipe?

Start by bringing the beef and water just to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low and skim away foam or impurities. Slow, covered simmering—without aggressive boiling—keeps the broth clear and extracts maximum flavor from the beef and aromatics.

Q. How many calories and how much protein does one serving of Cocido de Res provide?

Each serving (about 420g) has approximately 390 kcal and a strong protein content of 28g. Protein makes up 29% of the recipe’s total calories, making this soup both nourishing and satisfying.

Best Easy Cocido de Res Recipe

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