Ropa Viejo Recipe

Name: Ropa Viejo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 12 lbs beef flank steaks; beef stock; 1 carrot, sliced; 10 garlic cloves, sliced; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 onions, thinly sliced; 3 anaheim chilies or 3 poblano chiles, deseeded and sliced; warmed flour tortilla, to serve; 3 ripe tomatoes, diced; 8 radishes, diced; 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro; 4 scallions, chopped; 1 -2 lime, cut in wedges

Servings: persons

3 12 lbs beef flank steaks
beef stock
1 carrot, sliced
10 garlic cloves, sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, thinly sliced
3 anaheim chilies or 3 poblano chiles, deseeded and sliced
warmed flour tortilla, to serve
3 ripe tomatoes, diced
8 radishes, diced
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro
4 scallions, chopped
1 -2 lime, cut in wedges

1
Put the meat in a large pan and cover with a mixture of stock and water.
2
Add the carrot and half the garlic with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Cover and bring to a boil, reduce heat.
4
Skim the fat then cover and cook the meat gently for about 2 hours until very tender.
5
Remove pan from heat and let meat cool in its liquid.
6
When cool enough to handle, remove and shred using your fingers and a fork.
7
Heat the oil in a large skillet, add the remaining garlic, onions, and chilies and fry until lightly colored.
8
Remove from the pan and set aside.
9
Add the meat to the pan and cook over a medium-high heat until browned and crisp.
10
Transfer to a serving dish.
11
Top with the onion mixture and surround with the tomatoes, radishes, cilantro, scallions, and lime wedges.
12
Serve with warmed tortillas.

696

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 12 lbs beef flank steaks, beef stock, 1 carrot, sliced, 10 garlic cloves, sliced, and more.

Yes, Ropa Viejo 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ropa Viejo

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Variations & substitutions

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