Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)

Recipe courtesy Ingrid Hoffmann, 2008

Show: Simply Delicioso with Ingrid HoffmannEpisode: Miami Nights

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (25)

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Cook Time:
3 hr 20 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
16 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
Inactive Prep: 15 min
Cook: 3 hr 20 min
Total:: 3 hr 55 min

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Ingredients

6 pounds flank steak
3/4 cup Delicioso Adobo seasoning, recipe follows
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
6 bottles beer
1/2 cup canola oil
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
2 red bell peppers, cored, seeded, ribbed and chopped
2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded, ribbed and chopped
6 scallions, white and light green parts only, chopped
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Cut the flank steak into large pieces and place them in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine the adobo and the Worcestershire sauce to make a paste. Rub the paste into the meat, add the beer, and let marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.

Transfer the meat, as well as the marinade to a large pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the meat is tender, about 3 hours.

Remove the meat from the pot and reserve the cooking liquid. Using 2 forks, shred the meat and set it aside.

Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, peppers, scallions, and tomatoes and cook until they are soft, 10 minutes. Add the tomato paste and meat to the pan along with 2 cups of the reserved cooking liquid. Cover and simmer until the juices cook down, about 15 minutes.

Delicioso Adobo:

2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons lemon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley flakes
2 tablespoons achoite powder from annatto seed
1 tablespoon cumin powder

Combine all ingredients.

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recipe Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)
LINDA Bronx, NY 09-08-2009
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So fragrant, the neighbor knocked on the door......and it tastes delicious!!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

The aroma that fills your house when this is cooking is amazing. So amazing our Cuban neighbor knocked on our door to see... what was cooking!!! This recipe is definately a keeper. The flavor of the beer was just enough for someone to ask "what was this cooked in". And the meat was soooooo tender and juicy. I served this along with Arroz con Gandules ,Tostones (fried green plaintains) and a green toss salad. Next time I think a plain white rice and maybe some black beans will compliment this dish wonderfully. Read more
recipe Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)
trish longwood, FL 08-30-2009
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tastes great and you can make ahead
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Love this recipe. For my family I add a little "heat" with chilis. Have made this several times for guest. Make it the day... before, let it rest and heat it up the next day. The flavors have a chance to blend Just save some of the juice to add in when you heat up. Served with rice, plantains and corn salsa. Always ahit. Read more
recipe Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)
MINDY Wellington, FL 08-11-2009
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My Cubano Husband loved this
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I followed this recipe to a T and it turned out great. A note to some other reviewers, Cuban food is not spicy. If you are... looking for a spicy dish you should look elsewhere. The flavors were perfection. Even my Cuban husband raved about this dish. Will use this recipe always for Ropa Vieja. Oh, I did try Sara Moultons recipe and it wasn't nearly as good.Read more
recipe Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)
jessica madera, CA 08-11-2009
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Big Hit!!
Rated: 3 stars out of 5

Never had ropa vieja but I made this yeaturday for a change from our normal taco fillings. Very easy, added jalapenos cause... we love heat & just served w/ warm tortillas, simple guac & lettuce. The whole family loved it!!!Read more
recipe Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)
EDUARDO AURORA, IL 07-18-2009
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A party favorite
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This ropa vija was delicious! Her recipe was easy and great. My partner and I served this at our annual pool party. It... was a hit!!! easy to prepare, and fed lots of people! The meat was moist, seasoned well and it just melt in your mouth and our taste buds jumped for joy!!! Ingrid this is a great one! Keep them coming! Eduardo and Ralph Read more
recipe Shredded Steak with Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes (Ropa Vieja)
David La mesa, CA 05-28-2009
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A hit at my company potluck
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

We had a birthday potluck at work for some friends that can't handle spicy dishes and this was the perfect recipe for them.... It's just not spicy enough for me or mi familia and I was expecting more flavor from the adobo seasoning to come through. (although this was my first time making Ropa Vieja and I can't remember the last time I ate it at a mexican restaurant so I don't exactly know how it Should taste.) I am not disappointed at all with this recipe but I wasn't blown away either (probably because I already expect great dishes from the food network chefs). My co-workers loved it, though (isnt that what its all about at a potluck anyway?), and, since this is such a huge recipe there were leftovers, ate it again the next day as a nachos dish piled high on chips with beans and cheese. I also read that someone used Corona and it overpowered the flavor. I used Pacifico and I think that it worked perfectly. You might want to try to play around with the beer you use because it will definitely adjust the flavor profile. I will be making this again with some adjustments to the spice / heat factor Read more