Caldo De Puerco Recipe

Name: Caldo De Puerco Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb pork spareribs -- cut in half crosswise & apart at bone salt and pepper -- to taste; 8 c. water; 3 c. carrots -- sliced; 1 x turnip -- peeled & cubed; 1 lrg onion -- minced; 2 Tbsp. chili pwdr; 1 Tbsp. salt; 1 x clove garlic -- chopped; 1 tsp cumin seed; 1/2 tsp anise seed; 1/4 tsp pepper; 4 x to 5 c. shredded cabbage

Servings: persons

2 lb pork spareribs -- cut in half crosswise & apart at bone salt and pepper -- to taste
8 c. water
3 c. carrots -- sliced
1 x turnip -- peeled & cubed
1 lrg onion -- minced
2 Tbsp. chili pwdr
1 Tbsp. salt
1 x clove garlic -- chopped
1 tsp cumin seed
1/2 tsp anise seed
1/4 tsp pepper
4 x to 5 c. shredded cabbage

1
Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper.
2
Arrange in shallow baking pan.
3
Bake at 450 F. for 25 min, till well browned.
4
Pour off fat.
5
Transfer browned ribs to large saucepan.
6
Add in water, carrots, turnip, onion, chili pwdr, salt, garlic, cumin, anise seed and pepper.
7
Bring to boil.
8
Reduce heat and cover.
9
Simmer for 2 hrs till meat is very tender.
10
Skim fat.
11
Stir in cabbage.
12
Cook for 5-10 min longer.
13
Serving Ideas: Serve with thick slices of French bread.

196

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb pork spareribs -- cut in half crosswise & apart at bone salt and pepper -- to taste, 8 c. water, 3 c. carrots -- sliced, 1 x turnip -- peeled & cubed, and more.

Yes, Caldo De Puerco Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!