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Ropa vieja y boniatos asados a la campesina. Comida Cubana

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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 pounds beef brisket
1/4 cup oil
1 onion, sliced
6 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup dry white wine
salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
1/4 teaspoon sugar (for sweetening boniatos)
salt (for boniatos)
1

Start by pressure-cooking the beef brisket with bay leaves for 30 to 40 minutes.

2

Once the beef is cooked, remove it and prepare to make ropa vieja.

3

Slice 1 onion and chop 6 cloves of garlic.

4

In a 12-inch cast iron skillet, heat 1/4 cup of oil over medium heat.

5

Add the sliced onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.

6

Add 1.5 pounds of shredded beef brisket to the skillet.

7

Season the beef with 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and salt to taste.

8

Pour in 1/4 cup of dry white wine and mix well to combine all flavors.

9

Cover the skillet and let it cook for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

10

Meanwhile, peel and chop boniatos (sweet potatoes) and boil them until tender.

11

Add 1/4 teaspoon of sugar and salt to the water while boiling boniatos for flavor.

12

Once the boniatos are cooked, drain the water and serve alongside the ropa vieja.

Equipment Needed

12-inch cast iron skillet

Allergens

milk

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