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Cómo hacer Caldo de Piedra. Yuri de Gortari

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Caldo de Piedra

Cultural Context

Caldo de Piedra, or Stone Soup, originates from the coastal regions of Mexico, particularly among indigenous communities. Traditionally, it is a communal dish cooked outdoors, where fishermen would use hot stones to cook fresh seafood in a pot of water. This dish symbolizes sharing and community, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations exist, and it has gained popularity beyond its origins, embraced by seafood lovers worldwide.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
1 lb fresh fish (mojarra)
2 chiles jalapeño
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 cup crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons salt, to taste
1 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
4 cups water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned fish is more affordable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned shrimp

Chicken breast is a lean protein alternative; canned shrimp is often cheaper.

octopus

🥗Healthier: squid

💰Cheaper: fish

Squid is a similar seafood option; fish can be a less expensive substitute.

clams

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Mushrooms provide a similar texture; canned clams are a budget-friendly option.

1

Prepare the ingredients by chopping the cebolla, slicing the jitomate, and grinding the jitomate in a molcajete.

2

In a pot, add water and bring it to a boil.

3

Add the camarón and mojarra to the boiling water.

4

Add the chopped cebolla, sliced jitomate, and ground jitomate to the pot.

5

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6

Add the chopped cilantro and perejil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

heatingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potfiretongs

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Stone SoupSopa de Piedra
Local Name: Caldo de Piedra

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