Ropa Vieja
Ropa Vieja is a Cuban dish of shredded beef cooked with tomatoes, bell peppers, and spices, served over rice.
Preparation
Step 1
In a large pot, heat olive oil and brown the flank steak on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Step 2
In the same pot, sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until soft.
Step 3
Return beef to the pot and add tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
Step 4
Simmer for 2-3 hours until beef is tender and shreds easily.
Step 5
Shred beef and return to the pot. Serve over rice.
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Preparation time15 minutes
Cooking time3 hours
Total time3 hours 15 minutesDinner
Difficulty level
Medium
Dishes
4
Allergens
None
Cuisine
Cuban Cuisine
Diet type
Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition facts
Savory and tender with a rich tomato and spice flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs flank steak
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
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