Ropa Vieja (Slow Cooker) Recipe

Name: Ropa Vieja (Slow Cooker)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 lbs beef (get what's on sale, stew meat, chuck roast) or 3 lbs pork (get what's on sale, stew meat, chuck roast); 1 large red onion, chopped; 2 red bell peppers, chopped; 3 celery ribs, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 2 yellow apples, peeled and grated; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 lbs beef (get what's on sale, stew meat, chuck roast) or 3 lbs pork (get what's on sale, stew meat, chuck roast)
1 large red onion, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 yellow apples, peeled and grated
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1
Use a 6-quart slow cooker.
2
Combine the cumin, paprika, salt, and peppers in a bowl.
3
Rub the spice mixture all over the piece (or pieces) of meat you are using.
4
Put the meat into the stoneware.
5
Dump any extra spice left in the bowl on top.
6
Add the vegetables, garlic, cilantro, grated apples, chicken broth., and vinegar.
7
Cover and cook on low for 10 hours, or until meat shreds easily with a fork.
8
The meat and vegetables should be shredded and fully intertwined.
9
Serve over brown rice or white rice, with a ladle full of broth.

1103

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Ropa Vieja (Slow Cooker) 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.

Ropa Vieja (Slow Cooker)

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