Ropa Vieja | Cuban Braised Beef Recipe (Receta Cubana)

Cut flank steak into pieces about 2/3 of the saucepan's size for even cooking.

Season the beef with half of the seasoning mixture and let it rest in the fridge for about an hour.

Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat and sear each steak for about 2 minutes per side until browned.

Lower the heat to medium and add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook for about 1 minute.

Add the remaining seasoning, chopped tomatoes, tomato sauce, and stock to the saucepan.

Return the steaks to the saucepan, bring to a boil, then add bay leaves.

Lower the heat to low and simmer for 2 hours.

Remove the steaks from the saucepan and shred them by hand.

Return the shredded beef to the saucepan and turn the heat to medium-high.

Add sliced bell peppers and olives; cook for 20 minutes over medium heat.

Optional: Add a cup of frozen peas about 15 minutes in.

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