World Flavors Cookbook

Caldo de Costilla

A clear beef rib broth with potatoes and cilantro, famously known as the ultimate hangover cure.

Cuisine: Colombia

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef short ribs
• 4 large potatoes
• Onion, garlic
• Plenty of fresh cilantro
• Salt

Instructions

1. 1. Boil beef ribs with onions and garlic until meat is tender. 2. Add peeled and halved potatoes. 3. Simmer until potatoes are cooked. 4. Serve in bowls, topped with a generous handful of chopped cilantro. 5. Accompanied by arepa.