Name: Buena Vista Restaurant & Bars Ropa Vieja Cubana Recipe
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 lbs Beef flank steak; 1 large Onion, sliced; 1 large Green bell pepper, sliced; 4 cloves Garlic, minced; 14 oz Canned diced tomatoes; 2 cups Beef broth; 2 tbs Olive oil; 1 tsp Cumin; 1 tsp Oregano; 2 pcs Bay leaves; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; 2 cups White rice; 15 oz Black beans, canned; 2 pcs Sweet plantains; 2 tbs Butter

Kimosabe Mezcal Reposado, Frangelico, Kahlua, Fresh Espresso

Mezpresso Martini

Garlic mayo is a creamy sauce blending mayonnaise with minced garlic, often used to enhance various dishes.

Garlic Mayo

Fresh avocado with lime, cilantro, and onion.

Guacamole

Cerignola olives marinated in garlic rosemary olive oil

Olives

Shredded beef served with rice, sweet plantains, and black beans.

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef flank steak and sear on all sides until browned. Remove the beef and set aside.

Cook the Beef

In the same pot, add sliced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.

Sauté Vegetables

Return the beef to the pot and add diced tomatoes, beef broth, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender.

Add Remaining Ingredients

Once the beef is tender, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the pot and stir to combine.

Shred the Beef

Cook white rice according to package instructions.

Prepare Rice

In a small pot, heat the canned black beans over medium heat until warmed through.

Heat Black Beans

Peel and slice the sweet plantains. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and fry the plantain slices until golden brown on both sides.

Cook Plantains

To serve, place a generous portion of rice on each plate, top with shredded beef, and serve with black beans and fried plantains on the side.

Plate the Dish

Beef flank steak

Onion, sliced

Green bell pepper, sliced

Garlic, minced

Canned diced tomatoes

Beef broth

Olive oil

Cumin

Oregano

Bay leaves

Salt

Black pepper

White rice

Black beans, canned

Sweet plantains

Butter

Ropa Vieja Cubana

Delight in our perfectly caramelized sweet plantains, golden-brown and bursting with natural sweetness. Each bite offers a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth experience, making them the perfect accompaniment to any meal or a delectable snack on their own. Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this irresistible dish!

Sweet Plantains

Indulge in the creamy delight of our classic ice cream, available in rich vanilla or decadent chocolate. Each scoop is a perfect blend of smooth texture and vibrant flavor, crafted to satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether you prefer the timeless essence of vanilla or the luscious depth of chocolate, this treat is sure to bring a smile to your face and a chill to your palate.

Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream

Indulge in our decadent Tres Leches Cake, a delightful Latin American classic. This sumptuous dessert is soaked in a rich blend of three milks, creating a moist and airy texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a light, fluffy whipped cream and a hint of vanilla, each slice is a sweet escape that perfectly balances sweetness and creaminess. Perfectly paired with a cup of coffee or enjoyed on its own, this cake is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!

Tres Leches Cake

Caramelized plantains served in a traditional maple syrup and berries Macedonia with virgin butter.

Traditional Pancakes

3 eggs, with 3 different toppings. Onions, tomatoes, cheese, bacon, spinach, mushrooms, asparagus, jalapeno & Mexican chorizo.

Omelet

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Steak and Eggs

Make Ropa Vieja Cubana Recipe in just 3h . Shredded beef served with rice, sweet plantains, and black beans.

Ropa Vieja Cubana Recipe

Ingredients

Beef

Sides

Method

Preparation