Receta de ropa vieja (carne desmenuzada cubana)

Ingredientes

• 2 lbs flank steak (cut into pieces)
• Water ((enough to cover the meat in the pot))
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (sliced lengthwise)
• 7 ounces whole red pimientos (sliced lengthwise)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup vino seco ((dry cooking wine))
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt + pepper to taste

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Cooking The Meat ---

2. 2

   In a Dutch oven or large pot, add the meat with water and salt. Cook at medium-low until the meat is tender, about 2 hours. (In a pressure cooker, this takes about 40 minutes). Transfer the meat to a plate. Using two forks, shred the beef. Set aside.

3. 3

   --- Making The Ropa Vieja ---

4. 4

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil at medium heat. Add green pepper, onion, and pimientos. Sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add tomato sauce, vino seco (dry cooking wine), cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15 minutes, at medium heat, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Add the shredded beef to the skillet. Stir to combine with the tomato-based sauce. Cover and cook on LOW for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, without letting it dry out. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Enjoy!