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Easy Ropa Vieja Recipe

Easy Ropa Vieja Recipe

This easy Ropa Vieja recipe captures the essence of Cuban cuisine with its rich flavors and tender meat, perfect for a hearty family meal.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds flank steak trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz can
  • 0.5 cup beef broth or stock
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 cup green olives sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add flank steak and brown on all sides.
  • Remove steak and set aside. In the same pot, add onion and bell peppers, cooking until soft.
  • Stir in garlic, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Return the steak to the pot and add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and red wine vinegar.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is tender.
  • Remove meat, shred using two forks, and return to the pot along with sliced olives. Stir well.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

For a richer flavor, try marinating the steak overnight with garlic, lime juice, and spices.