Sopa de Res Hondureña
A hearty and flavorful beef soup, considered a national comfort food in Honduras. It's rich with tender chunks of beef, a variety of vegetables, and aromatic herbs, making it a complete and satisfying meal.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 lbs Beef shank or chuck roast(cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 12 cups Water
- 4 ears Corn on the cob(cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 1 lb Yuca(peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 4 medium Potatoes(peeled and quartered)
- 3 medium Carrots(peeled and sliced)
- 1 cup Green beans(trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 1/2 medium head Cabbage(cut into wedges)
- 1 large Onion(quartered)
- 4 cloves Garlic(smashed)
- 1 bunch Cilantro(stems and leaves separated)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef pieces on all sides until browned. Remove beef and set aside.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 2
Add the quartered onion and smashed garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
⏱️ 3 minutes - 3
Return the beef to the pot. Add 10 cups of water, the cilantro stems, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
⏱️ 2 hours - 4
Add the corn, yuca, and potatoes to the pot. Add more water if needed to cover the ingredients. Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until yuca and potatoes are tender.
⏱️ 30 minutes - 5
Add the carrots and green beans. Cook for another 10 minutes.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 6
Add the cabbage and cook for 5-10 minutes more, until tender-crisp.
⏱️ 10 minutes - 7
Stir in the chopped cilantro leaves just before serving. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
💡 Tip: Adding cilantro at the end preserves its fresh flavor.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer broth, you can add a beef bouillon cube.
- ✓If yuca is difficult to find, you can substitute with more potatoes or plantains.
- ✓Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce on the side.
🔄 Variations
- Some recipes include chayote or plantains for added flavor and texture.
- A pinch of cumin can be added for an extra layer of flavor.