Cuban Shredded Beef (Ropa Vieja)

Ali Segersten (author) Aug 13, 2023

Main Dishes Cuban Freezable Recipe Instant Pot Recipe Meal Prep Recipe Red Meat Slow Cooker Recipe

Difficulty

Average Recipe

Prep Time

25 minutes

Cook Time

8 hours

Servings

Traditional Cuban ropa vieja is made with flank steak; however, to make this recipe suitable for the slow cooker (or pressure cooker), I am using rump roast instead, though any type of beef roast will work. The long cooking time and acids from the other ingredients create very tender meat. Serve ropa vieja with fried plantains and a cabbage slaw for a balanced, nourishing meal.

2 tablespoons avocado oil

2 medium red onions sliced

1 large red bell peppers sliced

1 large green bell pepper sliced

1 large yellow bell peppers sliced

2 serrano chili peppers finely diced

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon paprika

¼ teaspoon ground allspice

6 cloves garlic crushed

2 bay leaves

3 pounds beef rump roast

2 cups diced tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons raw apple cider vinegar

2 cups beef bone broth

2 teaspoons sea salt

1 cup green olives

2 roasted red bell peppers thinly sliced