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Ropa Vieja

Cultural Context

Ropa Vieja, meaning 'old clothes' in Spanish, hails from Cuba and is a staple of its culinary heritage. This dish reflects the island's Spanish and African influences, showcasing the use of slow-cooked, shredded beef in a rich tomato sauce. Traditionally served with rice and black beans, it has gained popularity beyond Cuba, inspiring variations across Latin America and the Caribbean.

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6 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs flank steak
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
2 bay leaves
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup white onion, chopped
1 cup red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon complete seasoning
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup red wine
1 lemon, juiced

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Put beef flank in a pressure cooker with salt and water, and add a bay leaf. Cook for 20 minutes until tender.

2

Remove the beef from the cooker and let it cool down.

3

Prepare the sofrito with red and green bell peppers, garlic, white and red onions, cumin, complete seasoning, oregano, paprika, and tomato paste.

4

Add beer instead of dry wine to the sofrito.

5

Squeeze the juice of two lemons into the mixture.

6

Shred the cooled beef using hands or a fork until finely shredded.

7

Ensure the beef is well shredded and has some fat for flavor.

Equipment Needed

large pot

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milk

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