Ropa Vieja

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    3 hrs 30 mins

  • Total Time

    4 hrs

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    416 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Cuban

Ropa Vieja

This ropa vieja recipe is a traditional dish of beef roast that's simmered with tomatoes and seasonings until tender, then shredded and served with olives. A classic dinner that always gets rave reviews!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 pounds chuck roast can also use flank steak
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup onion thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups red bell pepper cored, seeded and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes do not drain
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3/4 cup green pimiento stuffed olives whole or sliced
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Heat the oil in a large deep pot over medium heat.
  2. Season the meat all over with the salt and pepper.
  3. Add the meat to the pot, then cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  4. Remove the meat from the pot.
  5. Place the onions and bell pepper in the pot. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  6. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the wine has reduced by half.
  7. Add the two types of paprika, cumin, oregano, tomatoes, beef broth and bay leaves to the pot. Stir to combine.
  8. Place the meat back into the pot. Cover and put the pot in the oven.
  9. Bake for 3 hours or until meat is tender.
  10. Uncover the pot, then skim off any excess grease. Shred the meat into long pieces using two forks.
  11. Stir in the olives. Season with additional salt if desired. Sprinkle with cilantro, then serve.

Notes

  • I recommend taking the extra few minutes to brown your meat. It adds so much more flavor to the dish.
  • Ropa vieja will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and will last for 2 months in the freezer.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 416kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 156mg (52%) Sodium 713mg (30%) Potassium 1301mg (37%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 1900IU (38%) Vitamin C 62mg (69%) Calcium 100mg (10%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 416 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 416kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 47g 94%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 156mg 52%
Sodium 713mg 30%
Potassium 1301mg 28%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 1900IU 38%
Vitamin C 62mg 69%
Calcium 100mg 10%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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