ropa vieja
Authentic Cuban ropa vieja slow-cooked to tender perfection with peppers, onions, and savory spices, perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds flank steak
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 1.5 cups green bell pepper sliced
- 1.5 cups red bell pepper sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 0.25 cup green olives sliced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season flank steak with salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Transfer the steak to a slow cooker. Add onion, green and red bell peppers, garlic, diced tomatoes, beef broth, red wine vinegar, and olives.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- Remove the meat from the slow cooker. Shred it using two forks.
- Return shredded meat to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Notes
This recipe makes great leftovers and is perfect for meal prep. Serve with rice, black beans, or fried plantains.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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