Ropa Vieja Con Arroz Con Habichuelas Al Estilo Puerto Rico

flank steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chuck roast

Chicken breast is leaner, while chuck roast offers a more economical option for shredding.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are a nutritious alternative, while pinto beans are generally cheaper.

white rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Quinoa is a protein-rich substitute, while brown rice is often less expensive than white rice.

Prepare the pressure cooker and add the flank steak, cooking for 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, remove the meat and let it cool before shredding it with a fork or by hand.

In a separate pot, heat achiote oil and add sofrito, tomato sauce, and a chicken bouillon cube.

Add oregano, cumin, and black pepper to the pot.

In another pot, add 2.5 cups of white rice and the reserved beef broth, adjusting the water amount accordingly.

While the rice cooks, prepare the vegetables by chopping colored bell peppers and onion.

In a skillet, heat more achiote oil and sauté the garlic, then add the chopped peppers and onion.

Add the shredded meat back into the skillet along with the reserved broth and seasonings.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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