Caldo de pata ecuatoriano

Ecuadorian Beef Foot Soup (Caldo de Pata)

Caldo de Pata is a beloved Ecuadorian soup known for its rich flavor and nourishing qualities. Made with beef foot and a variety of herbs and spices, it is a traditional dish that's perfect for warming up on a cool day. Serve it with rice and avocado for a complete meal.

Ingredients

🥩 3 1/2 lbs beef foot
🧄 4 cloves garlic
🧅 1 pearl onion
🫑 1 bell pepper
🌿 4 stalks green onion
🌿 3 sprigs cilantro
🌿 1 teaspoon ground cumin
🌿 1 tablespoon dried oregano
🥛 1 cup milk
🥣 1 cup chickpeas
🌽 1 cup hominy
🌿 Chopped chives, cilantro, and parsley
🧂 Salt and pepper

Instructions

1- Prepare the Beef Foot:

Clean the beef foot thoroughly, removing any excess fat and debris.
Rinse under cold water until clean.

2- Cook the Stock:

In a large pot, place the beef foot and add enough water to cover.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for about 1.5 hours or until the meat is tender and the broth is rich.

3- Sauté Aromatics:

In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil.
Add the chopped garlic, pearl onion, and bell pepper.
Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and aromatic.

4- Combine Ingredients:

Add the sautéed mixture to the pot with the beef foot.
Stir in the green onions, cilantro, cumin, and oregano.
Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.

5- Add Milk and Legumes:

Stir in the milk, chickpeas, and hominy.
Cook for another 20 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld together.

6- Season and Garnish:

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Garnish with chopped chives, cilantro, and parsley before serving.

7- Serve:

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Optionally, add a side of rice and slices of avocado.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Calories per Serving: Approximately 350
Protein per Serving: 25g
Fats per Serving: 18g
Carbohydrates per Serving: 22g
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