For lovers of homemade Cuban food, ropa vieja is one of the classic dishes. It is a traditional island dish that allows for a wide variety of preparations, adapted to the available ingredients.
The "ropa vieja" is a traditional Cuban dish, with roots that date back to colonial times.
It is said that its name comes from the torn appearance of the shredded meat, similar to worn clothing.
Originally, it was prepared with leftover stewed meat, making it a popular recipe for its comforting flavor and its ability to make the most of available ingredients.
Ropa Vieja
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Beef flank
2 Onions
4 Garlic cloves
2 Chilies
1 cup of Red tomato puree
Parsley
Oregano
Bay leaf
1 pinch of Pepper
1 pinch of Salt
2 tablespoons of Lard
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dish, start by cutting the beef flank into pieces and placing it in a pressure cooker until tender.
Step 2 : Then, reserve the broth and shred the meat.
Step 3 : Next, finely julienne the onion and fry it with lard in a large pot.
Step 4 : Once the onion is transparent and changes color, add the chopped garlic and stir until it releases its aroma.
Step 5 : Afterward, add the chopped chilies, tomato puree, shredded meat, and spices to taste.
Step 6 : Cook until it boils and add two cups of the reserved broth.
Step 7 : Let it simmer until it boils again.
Step 8 : This dish can be served with rice as a side dish, a perfect combination!
Video
Preparation (simple version)
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