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Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja

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How to Make Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja

Ropa Vieja is a classic Cuban dish. The literal translation is “old clothes” and refers to the stringy texture of the meat when it is shredded. It make a great filling for tacos, or served along side rice or plantains. Complete the meal with serving of vegetables like a simple salad or flavorful roasted veggies like these Cubano Roasted Broccoli Florets.


10 min prep time


6 hr cook time


10servings


1/2 cup

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, cover and cook on high for 6 hours.
  2. When the meat is done, gently remove from the sauce. Puree the sauce with an immersion blender or in a stand blender.
  3. Shred the beef and return to the sauce.
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Nutrition facts

10 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1/2 cup


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    170

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    7g

    9%

    • Saturated Fat
      2.9g

      15%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    45mg

    15%

  • Sodium
    200mg

    9%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    6g

    2%

    • Dietary Fiber
      1g

      4%
    • Total Sugars
      3g
    • Added Sugars
      0g

      0%

  • Protein
    20g

  • Potassium
    530mg
    11%

Ingredients

flank steak
2 lbs

red bell peppers (seeded and sliced)
2

large red onion (sliced)
1

fresh cilantro (with stems)
1 cup

no-salt-added canned diced tomatoes
1 (15-oz) can

red wine vinegar
1/2 cup

garlic (minced)
4 clove

salt
1/2 tsp

black pepper
1/2 tsp

cumin
1 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp

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