The Best Instant Pot Ropa Vieja | Cuban Shredded Beef Recipe |

Introduce the dish and explain the meaning of 'ropa vieja'.

Use 2 pounds of flank steak, but mention alternatives like brisket or chuck roast.

Sear the meat in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting for about 3 minutes after adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Salt the meat with about 1 teaspoon of kosher salt before searing.

Remove the steak and turn off the sauté function.

Sauté 1 thinly sliced yellow onion, 1/2 green bell pepper, and 1/2 red bell pepper in the Instant Pot for about 6 minutes until translucent and a little brown.

Add 3 to 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds before turning off the sauté function.

Prepare the braising liquid by whisking together 3/4 cup of water, 1/3 cup of white wine, 1/2 tablespoon of onion powder, 1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black ground pepper.

Add 2 heaping tablespoons of tomato paste to the liquid and mix well to avoid burning.

Add the braising liquid to the Instant Pot with the sautéed vegetables, scraping down the bowl to get all the spices.

Add 1 jar of diced pimentos and its liquid to the pot, scraping the sides and bottom to avoid burning.

Place the seared steak on top of the liquid in the Instant Pot, including any juices from the plate.

Add 1 can of diced tomatoes on top of the beef to prevent burning, and then add 2 bay leaves on top.

Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 45 minutes, ensuring the vent is set to sealed.

After cooking, allow the pressure to release naturally for 25 minutes before removing the bay leaves.

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