Ropa Vieja Recipe

Name: Ropa Vieja
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 1/2 lb Flank Steak (cut in half); 1 large Onion (sliced 1/2 inch thick); 1 Green Pepper (sliced 1/2 inch thick); 1 Red Pepper (sliced 1/2 inch thick); 1 can Diced Tomatoes (28 oz); 1/4 cup Sofrito; 3 tbsp Tomato Paste; 2 clove Garlic (minced); 1 Bay Leaf; 1 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin; 1 tsp Dried Oregano; 1/2 tsp Salt; 2 cup Cooked rice.

Servings: persons

1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 1/2 lb Flank Steak (cut in half)
1 large Onion (sliced 1/2 inch thick)
1 Green Pepper (sliced 1/2 inch thick)
1 Red Pepper (sliced 1/2 inch thick)
1 can Diced Tomatoes (28 oz)
1/4 cup Sofrito
3 tbsp Tomato Paste
2 clove Garlic (minced)
1 Bay Leaf
1 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1/2 tsp Salt
2 cup Cooked rice.

1
In a 4 quart slow cooker mix ingredients for the sauce.
2
Heat oil in large skillet over med-high heat.
3
Brown steak well on both sides.
4
About 5 minutes.
5
Add onions, peppers and browned steak to the sauce.
6
Be sure steak is covered with the sauce.
7
Cook until meat is fork tender.
8
10 - 12 hours on low, 5-6 hours on high or 3 hours at simmer on the stove.
9
Remove meat to plate.
10
Shred with two forks.
11
Return to pot and stir.
12
Serve over rice.

885

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp Olive Oil, 1 1/2 lb Flank Steak (cut in half), 1 large Onion (sliced 1/2 inch thick), 1 Green Pepper (sliced 1/2 inch thick), and more.

Yes, Ropa Vieja falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ropa Vieja

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