Sopa de Res
Sopa de Res is a hearty, traditional beef soup popular across Latin America and the Caribbean, particularly in countries like the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Honduras. It's a substantial one-pot meal typically featuring chunks of beef, a variety of root vegetables like yuca, potatoes, and carrots, along with corn on the cob, cabbage, and aromatic herbs.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a well-balanced, protein-rich dish thanks to the beef, with moderate carbohydrates from the starchy vegetables and minimal added fat. A typical serving provides a good source of iron, B vitamins, and fiber, and generally falls in the range of 300-450 calories per bowl, depending on portion size and specific ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Zinc | 3.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sopa de Res is often considered a restorative comfort food, culturally associated with family gatherings and believed to be particularly nourishing during recovery from illness. Its unique combination of meat, tubers, and greens in a single broth makes it a complete, satisfying meal that showcases the resourceful and hearty culinary traditions of its regions.
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