Recipe
   Traditional Ropa Vieja with Braised Beef, Peppers, and Onions
Experience the rich flavors of this classic Cuban dish, Ropa Vieja. Tender skirt steaks or flank steaks are slow-braised with a flavorful medley of vegetables and spices, creating a hearty and satisfying stew. Serve this savory dish over a bed of fragrant yellow rice for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
| 3 | skirt steaks or flank steaks, trimmed | 
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| 2 | quarts water | 
| 2 | carrots, chopped coarse | 
| 1 | large onion, chopped coarse | 
| 2 | celery ribs, chopped coarse | 
| 1 | bay leaf | 
| 3 | garlic cloves, crushed lightly | 
| 1 | teaspoon dried oregano | 
| 1 | teaspoon ground cumin | 
| 1 | teaspoon salt | 
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon whole black peppercorn | 
| 2 | green bell peppers, cut into ¼-inch strips | 
| 1 | red onion, cut into ¼-inch strips | 
| 4 | tablespoons olive oil | 
| 14 | canned whole tomatoes, with juice, chopped | 
| 3 | tablespoons tomato paste | 
| 3 | garlic cloves, minced | 
| 1 | teaspoon ground cumin | 
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon dried oregano | 
| 2 | red bell peppers, cut into ¼-inch strips | 
| 2 | yellow bell peppers, cut into ¼-inch strips | 
| 1 | cup frozen peas, thawed | 
| 1⁄2 | cup Spanish olives with pimento, drained and halved | 
| 2 | tablespoons olive oil | 
| 2 | teaspoons cumin seeds | 
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon saffron, crumbled | 
| 2 | unconverted long-grain rice | 
| 4 | cups water | 
| 3⁄4 | teaspoon salt | 
Instructions
| 1. | Serve the Ropa Vieja with the yellow rice. | 
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Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 701.6 kcal | 
| Protein | 52.4 g | 
| Fat | 29.5 g | 
| Carbohydrates | 55.3 g | 
| Fiber | 5.1 g | 
| Sugar | 7.4 g | 
Published on Aug 15, 2024 by Luminița