Ropa Vieja

Name: Ropa Vieja
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds skirt steak; 1/8 cup pickled garlic; 1 small Spanish onion, sliced; 1 cup cold water; 1 (24-ounce) canned, whole peeled tomatoes; 1 -ounce brown sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1/2 cup red wine; 1/2 cup ground cumin; 3 ounces dried ancho chili puree

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1000 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Ropa Vieja – a delicious recipe with skirt steak, garlic, onion, cold water, tomatoes, brown sugar. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds skirt steak
1/8 cup pickled garlic
1 small Spanish onion, sliced
1 cup cold water
1 (24-ounce) canned, whole peeled tomatoes
1 -ounce brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup red wine
1/2 cup ground cumin
3 ounces dried ancho chili puree

1
Brown both sides of skirt steak in a pan over medium-high heat.
2
Combine all ingredients in saucepan, except for the puree.
3
Cover and simmer for 4 hours.
4
With spoon, break up meat while cooking.
5
Add more liquid, if necessary.
6
Add the puree into the liquid during the last 15 to 30 minutes.
7
Serve hot in bowls.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 pounds skirt steak, 1/8 cup pickled garlic, 1 small Spanish onion, sliced, 1 cup cold water, and more.

Yes, Ropa Vieja falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1000 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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