Jul 14 2026
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Ropa Vieja Recipe

Inspired by Mrs. Potato Restaurant
Time3h
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Meat

Vegetables

Spices & Seasonings

Other

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Flank Steak

    Trim any excess fat from the flank steak and cut it into large chunks.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Dice the onion, bell pepper, tomato, carrot, and mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sear the Meat

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the flank steak chunks and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Vegetables and Spices

    Add the diced onions, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Stir in the diced tomato, carrot, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

  3. 5

    Add Beef Broth

    Pour the beef broth into the pot, ensuring the meat and vegetables are submerged. Bring to a boil.

  4. 6

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 2-3 hours until the meat is tender and can be shredded easily.

  5. 7

    Shred the Meat

    Remove the flank steak from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded meat to the pot and stir well.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Chop the cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the Ropa Vieja before serving. Serve hot with rice or bread.

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