Traditional Cuban Ropa Vieja – Shredded Beef in Tomato Sauce
Cuban Ropa Vieja features tender shredded beef simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce with bell peppers and spices, ready in 2 hours.
Cuban Ropa Vieja is a classic dish that brings robust flavors through slow-cooked, shredded beef in a zesty tomato sauce.
Why This Recipe Works
Flavorful Cooking Method: Slow cooking allows the beef to absorb the spices and become incredibly tender.
Rich Sauce: The combination of tomatoes, spices, and vegetables creates a deep, savory flavor profile.
Versatile Serving: This dish pairs well with rice, tortillas, or plantains, offering multiple serving options.
Chef's Pro Tip: For extra flavor, marinate the flank steak overnight in spices before cooking.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
100 min
Total Time
120 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and sliced bell peppers, cooking until they soften, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Season the flank steak with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano, then add to the pot.
- 4
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, bringing to a boil.
- 5
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 90 minutes until the beef is tender.
- 6
Remove the beef, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot, stirring to combine.
- 7
Serve hot over rice, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
15g
carbs
15g
fiber
3g
sodium
600mg
protein
30g
calories
350




