CUBAN ROPA VIEJA

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This is great shredded beef served on tortillas or over rice. Add sour cream, cheese, and fresh cilantro on the side.

Provided by Kate Phillips Masterson

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 pounds beef flank steak
1 cup beef broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 small onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the flank steak on each side, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer beef to a slow cooker. Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce, then add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato paste, cumin, cilantro, olive oil and vinegar. Stir until well blended. Cover, and cook on High for 4 hours, or on Low for up to 10 hours. When ready to serve, shred meat and serve with tortillas or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 599.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Haider Mughal
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This recipe is way too complicated. I gave up halfway through.


Fidan Huseyinzade
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The flavors were bland and the beef was tough.


Sofia Garcia
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This recipe is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I'll use less chili powder.


Mir sharafat Hussain
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I love the way this dish is seasoned. The cumin and oregano really give it a unique flavor.


Khartai Maseed
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This recipe is a winner! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rubab Yasin
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it.


Ombi Raj
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the combination of beef, bell peppers, and olives.


Scolastica David
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I'm new to cooking Cuban food, and this recipe was easy to follow. I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.


Sara Ruiz
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I doubled the recipe and it was still gone in no time. This dish is so addictive!


Kirui Stephen
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I'm not a fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from the recipe. The dish was still delicious.


Nilesh Patel
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. I had some roast beef in my fridge, and it worked perfectly.


Tommy T
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I've never had Cuban food before, but this dish was amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


Awais Ibrahim
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Ben Carfy
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and authentic Cuban dish.


Royan Thomass
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I'm not a huge fan of olives, but I really enjoyed them in this dish. They added a nice briny flavor.


Ali AliMobile
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The beef in this dish is so tender and flavorful. I cooked it in my slow cooker on low for 8 hours, and it was perfect.


Raluca challenge
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have these on hand, so it's a great go-to meal for busy weeknights.


Zisan Vatnm
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This Cuban Ropa Vieja recipe is a keeper! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the beef is fall-apart tender. I served it with white rice and black beans, and it was a hit with my family.


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