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Ropa Vieja Slow Cooker

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Ropa Vieja Slow Cooker is a delightful Cuban dish that brings the vibrant flavors of tender shredded beef to your dinner table with minimal effort. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to enjoy the authentic taste of Ropa Vieja in the comfort of your home, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. The slow cooker method infuses the meat with a rich blend of spices and vegetables, ensuring each bite is packed with flavor. Serve this hearty dish over rice, in tacos, or alongside beans for a complete meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2–2 ½ pounds beef flank steak (skirt or roast)
  • 1 large onion (sliced)
  • 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 bell peppers (sliced)
  • 2 tomatoes (sliced)
  • 1 can (8 ounce) tomato sauce
  • Beef broth
  • Vegetable oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cumin
  • Smoked paprika
  • Sazon
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the beef and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and Sazon.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the beef until browned on both sides.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, and spices for about 5 minutes. Add the broth and transfer to the slow cooker.
  4. Place the seared beef into the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 ½–4 hours or low for 7–8 hours until tender.
  5. Shred the beef and mix it back into the sauce before serving.

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