CUBAN ROPA VIEJA Ingredients: • • • • • • • • • • • • •
4 hrs (high) - 8 hrs (low) | Serves 8
1 Tbsp olive oil 2 lbs beef flank steak 1 cup unsalted beef broth 1 (8 oz) can no-salt-added tomato sauce 1 medium onion, sliced 1 large green bell pepper, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (6 oz) can no-salt-added tomato paste 1 tsp cumin 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro 1 Tbsp white vinegar 2 cups instant white rice 1 (14.5 oz) can no-salt-added black beans, drained & rinsed
Preparation: 1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Brown steak for 4-5 minutes per side. 2. Transfer beef to slow cooker. Add broth, tomato sauce, onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato paste, cumin, cilantro, & vinegar. Mix well & cover. Cook on HIGH 3-4 hours or on LOW 7-8 hours. 3. Prepare rice according to package instructions & set aside. Warm beans in microwave for 1 minute on high & set aside. 4. Transfer meat to cutting board & use two forks to shred. Return shredded beef to slow cooker & mix well. 5. Serve shredded beef over rice & black beans. Top with extra fresh cilantro. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Nutrition Facts
8 servings per recipe Serving size
(371g)
Amount per serving
Calories
370
% Daily Value* Total Fat 9g Saturated Fat 2.5g
12% 13%
Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 70mg Sodium 180mg Total Carbohydrate 41g Dietary Fiber 7g Total Sugars 5g Includes 0g Added Sugars
23% 8% 15% 25% 0%
Protein 31g Vitamin D 0mcg Calcium 62mg
0% 4%
Iron 6mg
35%
Potassium 928mg
20%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Are calories & sodium close to a match? This recipe is 1 for 1 certified & meets a lower sodium standard.