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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
2 lbs oxtail
1 cup tomato sauce
1 loaf Cuban bread
2 cups rice
1 can beans

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

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Visit La Teresita restaurant in Tampa

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Order the Wednesday special oxtail Rabo Encendido

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Try the oxtail

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Comment on the tenderness of the oxtail

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Taste the Cuban bread

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Enjoy the tomato sauce

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Try the rice with beans

Equipment Needed

large pot

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milk

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