Caldo de Costilla
Caldo de Costilla (KAHL-doh deh kohs-TEE-yah)
Beef Rib Broth
A restorative, crystal-clear beef rib broth with potatoes, cilantro, and scallion — the traditional Andean Colombian breakfast soup that warms the soul.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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Bring water to a boil. Add beef ribs, garlic, and scallions. Simmer 30 min, skimming any foam.
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Add potatoes. Continue simmering 20-25 min until potatoes are very tender and beginning to break apart.
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Season generously with salt and pepper.
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Divide ribs and potatoes among bowls. Ladle hot broth over.
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Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Did You Know?
In the Colombian Andes, caldo de costilla is considered the ultimate hangover cure and breakfast of champions — many workers start every day with a steaming bowl.
Chef's Notes
The Story Behind Caldo de Costilla
Caldo de costilla is the ancestral breakfast of the Colombian highlands, where cold mornings at 2,600 meters altitude demand something more substantial than toast. The clear, rich broth from slowly simmered beef ribs provides warmth and sustenance. It is the first dish many Colombians learn to cook and the last one they would give up.
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