Caldo de costilla (Spanish for rib broth) is a dish typical of Colombian cuisine, from the Andean region. It is made mainly from beef ribs boiled in water with slices of potato, some garlic, onion and cilantro leaves.[1]

Caldo de costilla

A caldo de costilla is better if served hot and with cilantro leaves.
Alternative names	Levantamuertos
Type	Soup
Course	Breakfast
Place of origin	Colombia
Region or state	South America
Associated national cuisine	Colombia
Serving temperature	Hot
Main ingredients	Beef ribs, water, potatoes, garlic, onions, cilantro leaves

The caldo de costilla is eaten mainly during breakfast, and it eaten often with arepa, chocolate and bread. It has been used as a remedy for hangover; it is referred to as levantamuertos (death's awaker).[2] Many restaurants in areas with a high concentration of bars and clubs will stay open all night so that customers may gain energy with a caldo de costilla.

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See also

• Colombian cuisine
• List of soups
• Paisa Region

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