Ropa Vieja Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Beef

   Rinse the flank steak under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Sear the Beef

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the flank steak and sear it on both sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

3. 3

   Add Vegetables

   Remove the steak from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the sliced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are softened.

4. 4

   Add Garlic and Spices

   Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Combine Ingredients

   Return the seared beef to the pot. Add the tomato sauce, beef broth, and bay leaves. Stir to combine all ingredients.

6. 6

   Simmer

   Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

7. 7

   Shred the Beef

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

8. 8

   Add Olives and Capers

   Stir in the sliced green olives and capers. Allow everything to heat through for an additional 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Garnish and Serve

   Remove the bay leaves. Serve the Ropa Vieja hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.