Beef Trotter Broth
Nourishing broth of beef trotters with chickpeas and hominy
About this recipe
Robust national Mexican broth made with beef trotters, chickpeas, hominy corn and vegetables. A nourishing and comforting broth from traditional home cooking.
History & Origin
Beef trotter broth is a pillar of Mexican popular cooking, valued for its natural collagen and deep flavour. It is served in markets and fondas all over the country, especially on Sundays.
Estimated cost
£9.00
Total cost
£1.50
Per serving
* Approximate prices based on UK supermarkets
Nutritional information per serving
350
Calories
25g
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
8g
Fibre
600mg
Sodium
* Approximate values. May vary depending on ingredients used.
Method
- 1
Clean the beef trotters thoroughly. Place in a large pot with cold water, bring to the boil and discard this first water.
- 2
Cover again with fresh water, add onion, garlic, bay leaves, allspice and salt. Cook for 2 hours over medium heat.
- 3
Add the chickpeas soaked overnight and the hominy corn. Cook for a further 30 minutes.
- 4
Add carrot and chayote cut into chunks. Continue cooking for 20-25 minutes until everything is tender.
- 5
Remove the bay leaves. Adjust salt and serve the broth with dried oregano, chile de árbol and lime to taste.
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