Slow-Simmered Ropa Vieja with Bell Pepper Confetti Recipe | Recipes | nat.io

Slow-Simmered Ropa Vieja with Bell Pepper Confetti Recipe | Recipes | nat.io

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This classic Cuban shredded beef dish features tender flank steak slow-cooked with vibrant bell peppers, onions, and a savory tomato sauce. Naturally low in car

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs flank steak, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, no sugar added
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce, no sugar added
  • ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
  • ¼ cup dry white wine (optional, can substitute additional beef broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ cup pitted green olives, halved
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)

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