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Cuban Shredded Beef

Delicious Cuban Shredded Beef

Cuban Shredded Beef, also known as Ropa Vieja, is a traditional Cuban dish made with slow-cooked beef that’s shredded and simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with bell peppers, onions, and flavorful spices.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: spanish

Ingredients
  

  •  1 ¾ lbs   flank steak(cut into large pieces)
  • 6 cups  water
  • 1 tbsp  sea salt(divided)
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 orange bell peppers(sliced)
  • 1 yellow onion(medium, chopped)
  • 5 garlic cloves(minced)
  •  ⅓  cup  white wine
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 ½ cups  crushed tomatoes

Equipment

  • 1 dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Place the steak in a large dutch oven and cover with water and add half the salt. Cover and bring to a low boil over medium heat. Simmer over medium-low heat for two hours, until softened. Remove the steak using a slotted spoon and shred with two forks. Set aside.
  2. Discard the water from the pot and wipe it clean. Turn the heat to medium and add the oil. Add the peppers and onions and sauté for about ten minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for one minute, until fragrant.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the wine. Cook until reduced, about five minutes. Add the smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, and remaining salt. Cook for one minute.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the meat. Cook for ten minutes or until warmed through.
  5. Divide evenly between bowls and enjoy!