Ropa Vieja Recipe

Name: Ropa Vieja
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons oil; 2 1/2 pounds brisket, cut into strips; 2 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 large onion, diced; 1 green pepper, diced; 1 red pepper, diced; 1 yellow pepper, diced; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 ounces your favorite Latino seasoning, such as Goya Sazon; 3 ounces sofrito sauce; White rice, for serving; Black or red beans, for serving

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons oil
2 1/2 pounds brisket, cut into strips
2 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 large onion, diced
1 green pepper, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 yellow pepper, diced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 ounces your favorite Latino seasoning, such as Goya Sazon
3 ounces sofrito sauce
White rice, for serving
Black or red beans, for serving

1
Heat 3 tablespoons of the oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the brisket on all sides.
2
Remove the meat from the skillet, and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
3
Stir in the garlic, onions and peppers and cook until translucent.
4
Stir in the black pepper, browned meat, 1 cup water, seasoning and sofrito sauce.
5
Simmer until the meat is tender and shreds easily, about 1 hour.
6
Serve on top of white rice with beans.
7
Cook's Note: A pressure cooker can be used to accelerate the cooking time of the brisket.
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This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and makes a large quantity.
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The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

204

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons oil, 2 1/2 pounds brisket, cut into strips, 2 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 large onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Ropa Vieja falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Ropa Vieja

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